First Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AR School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 173 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,600
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

First Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	First Academy
Pre-K	83
Kind	25
1	18
2	14
3	14
4	13
5	6

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Year Founded

2002

Student Body

Total Students

173 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

14 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

We have a chapel shirt with logo to wear on chapel days.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,600

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Tuition Notes

Preschool annual averages $3,000. We have an after school care program for both preschool and elementary students.

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Lisa George

Admissions Associate

Jamie Sexton

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubChoir

School Notes

Students are encouraged to learn academically as well as spiritually in the following ways: Inquiry, Growth & Achievement, Honor & Service, and Leadership.It is our desire that students understand that they are created by a loving God and made in His image.
We are a school that intentionally focuses on the early academic years of preschool through fifth grade with the goal of grounding students academically, socially and with a Biblical worldview.

First Academy is an affordable private school that intentionally focuses on the academic and social needs of preschool through fifth grade students as well as partnering with parents to instill a Biblical worldview. We have small class sizes which gives us the advantage of more clearly seeing the needs and opportunities for individual students. We have a strong academic base that includes one to one technology for all elementary student. Call 479-878-1052 for more information or to schedule a tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Academy cost?

First Academy's tuition is approximately $4,600 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of First Academy?

The acceptance rate of First Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What is First Academy's ranking?

First Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for First Academy?

The application deadline for First Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 12/22/2021

First Academy is such a blessing to our family. First Academy has a strong academic program while teaching a Biblical worldview. The smaller class sizes allow for more interpersonal relationships with teachers and students. First Academy provides the Christ-centered education that we greatly value! This is our 3rd year at First Academy and are very pleased!

- Posted by Parent - Becky Strickland

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The average private school tuition in Benton County, AR is $6,020 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).