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Year Founded

1924

Colors

White, Red

Student Body

Total Students

838 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

68 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

84%

Number of AP Courses

3 courses

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,995

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Tuition Notes

This cost is for Kindergarten. Please see our web page for complete cost.

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubFBLA

FCCLAJr and Sr High Quiz Bowl

Key ClubPep Club

RoboticsWildcats International

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtBand

Chorus

School Notes

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.

School Mascot: Wildcats

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.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Harding Academy cost?

Harding Academy's tuition is approximately $9,995 for private students.

What schools are Harding Academy often compared to?

Harding Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill School by visitors of our site.

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.

What is Harding Academy's ranking?

Harding Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body, 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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The average private school tuition in Arkansas is $9,051 for elementary schools and $8,852 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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