For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 50 students in 72450, AR (there are 13 public schools, serving 6,790 public students). 1% of all K-12 students in 72450, AR are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 72450, AR include Crowley's Ridge Academy and St. Mary's Catholic School & Preschool.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 72450, AR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).
Top Ranked 72450 Arkansas Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crowley's Ridge Academy![Crowley's Ridge Academy Photo]( "Crowley's Ridge Academy Photo")
(Church of Christ)
606 Academy Dr
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6908
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6908
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary's Catholic School & Preschool
(Catholic)
310 N 2nd Street
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-3681
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-3681
Gr: PK-6 | 50 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 72450, AR?
The top ranked private schools in 72450, AR include Crowley's Ridge Academy and St. Mary's Catholic School & Preschool.
How many private schools are located in 72450?
2 private schools are located in 72450.
What percentage of students in 72450 go to private school?
1% of all K-12 students in 72450 are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 72450?
100% of private schools in 72450 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).
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