Immaculate Conception School exists for the spiritual, intellectual, moral, and physical education of the children of Immaculate Conception Parish.
With God's help and under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Immaculate Conception School seeks to prepare its students to be productive Christian citizens of tomorrow.
Immaculate Conception Catholic School believes that each child is a person of worth with a personal dignity and a heavenly calling since each child is so loved by God that He sent His Son to save each one.
To safeguard this dignity requires the education of the whole person - spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically.
Immaculate Conception Catholic School also believe that the hallmark of quality education is learning and the appreciation of learning.
Therefore, the teachers and the administrators of the Immaculate Conception Catholic School, in partnership with the parents, pledge themselves to achieve and maintain professional and personal excellence in order to share knowledge, develop useful skills, teach Catholic doctrine, and instill a high Christian value system that reflects Christ-like attitudes.
Many changes have occurred in education and Immaculate Conception School strives to be on the cutting edge.
Our goal is to combine the tried and the true with new and innovative techniques.
Immaculate Conception School is known throughout Forth Smith and the surrounding communities as a premiere educational institution.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Immaculate Conception Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013
Student Body
Total Students
290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Immaculate Conception School exists for the spiritual, intellectual, moral, and physical education of the children of Immaculate Conception Parish. With God's help and under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Immaculate Conception School seeks to prepare its students to be productive Christian citizens of tomorrow. Immaculate Conception Catholic School believes that each child is a person of worth with a personal dignity and a heavenly calling since each child is so loved by God that He sent His Son to save each one. To safeguard this dignity requires the education of the whole person - spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically. Immaculate Conception Catholic School also believe that the hallmark of quality education is learning and the appreciation of learning. Therefore, the teachers and the administrators of the Immaculate Conception Catholic School, in partnership with the parents, pledge themselves to achieve and maintain professional and personal excellence in order to share knowledge, develop useful skills, teach Catholic doctrine, and instill a high Christian value system that reflects Christ-like attitudes. Many changes have occurred in education and Immaculate Conception School strives to be on the cutting edge. Our goal is to combine the tried and the true with new and innovative techniques. Immaculate Conception School is known throughout Forth Smith and the surrounding communities as a premiere educational institution.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Immaculate Conception Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ The King Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is Immaculate Conception Catholic School's ranking?
Immaculate Conception Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Immaculate Conception Catholic School?
The application deadline for Immaculate Conception Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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