Harding Academy

Harding Academy strives to be a Christ-centered school that cultivates a love for learning, while educating the heart and mind for eternity.
We believe that each child is created by God for a divine purpose and calling.
We believe that the Bible is God's expressed will for man and reflects His Truth.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked AR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,620
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1924

Student Body

Total Students
702 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Harding Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
84%
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Average ACT score
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This cost is for Kindergarten. Please see our web page for complete cost.

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, FBLA, FCCLA, Jr and Sr High Quiz Bowl, Key Club, Pep Club, Robotics, Wildcats International

Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Chorus
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Harding Academy cost?
Harding Academy's tuition is approximately $8,620 for private students.
What sports does Harding Academy offer?
Harding Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Harding Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for most sports offered.
What is Harding Academy's ranking?
Harding Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Harding Academy?
The application deadline for Harding Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked AR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,620
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Arkansas is $6,010 for elementary schools and $6,962 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Arkansas is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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