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Best 71901 Arkansas Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 187 students in 71901, AR (there are 10 public schools, serving 5,589 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 71901, AR are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 71901, AR include St. Johns Catholic School and New Beginning Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 10%, which is lower than the Arkansas private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 71901, AR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 71901 Arkansas Private Schools (2026)

Map of New Beginning Christian Academy
New Beginning Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 27 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Pentecostal
132 Patience Ln
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 385-0615
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Map of St. Johns Catholic School
St. Johns Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 133 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
583 W Grand Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 624-3171
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Map of Lighthouse Christian School
Lighthouse Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 19 students
Baptist
1075 Fox Pass
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 617-4310
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Map of St. Luke' S Episcopal Day School
St. Luke' S Episcopal Day School
Gr: K | 8 students
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
228 Spring St
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-1653
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 71901, AR?
The top ranked private schools in 71901, AR include St. Johns Catholic School and New Beginning Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 71901?
4 private schools are located in 71901.
What percentage of students in 71901 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 71901 are educated in private schools (compared to the AR state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 71901?
100% of private schools in 71901 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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