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Arkansas Private Schools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) serving 684 students in Arkansas. You can also find more schools membership associations in Arkansas.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas include Subiaco Academy, Clear Spring School, and The New School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Arkansas private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
33% of private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas (2026-27)

Map of Clear Spring School
Clear Spring School
Gr: PK-11 | 73 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Alternative School
374 Dairy Hollow Rd
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
(479) 253-7888
(3)
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Map of The New School
The New School
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 14
2514 New School Place
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 521-7037
(5)
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Map of Subiaco Academy
Subiaco Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 10
All-boys (Catholic)
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas include Subiaco Academy, Clear Spring School, and The New School.
How many private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are located in Arkansas?
3 private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are located in Arkansas.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) are religiously affiliated in Arkansas?
33% of private schools belonging to Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) in Arkansas are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
684
Students
$14,633
Avg. Tuition
8%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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