At Lee Academy, we strive to achieve much more educationally, more thoroughly, than is attempted by other schools in our society.
We help our students develop a passion for learning which will stay with them throughout their lives.
Beginning with the basics, we offer stimulating programmes with a fresh approach to learning, making it exciting and enjoyable.
Each boy and each girl receives the personal attention and opportunities to develop his or her own skills and special interests.
All students are encouraged to realize their full learning potential.
Excellence, as in our motto, is encouraged in all aspects of your child's development.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$6.00 per lunch, or meal ticket for $60.00 for 10 lunches
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Home of the Cougars
- At Lee Academy, we strive to achieve much more educationally, more thoroughly, than is attempted by other schools in our society. We help our students develop a passion for learning which will stay with them throughout their lives. Beginning with the basics, we offer stimulating programmes with a fresh approach to learning, making it exciting and enjoyable. Each boy and each girl receives the personal attention and opportunities to develop his or her own skills and special interests. All students are encouraged to realize their full learning potential. Excellence, as in our motto, is encouraged in all aspects of your child's development.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lee Academy often compared to?
Lee Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Marvell Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Lee Academy's ranking?
Lee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lee Academy?
The application deadline for Lee Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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