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Largest Arkansas Private Elementary Schools

The average private elementary school in Arkansas has 181 students (2026).

The largest private elementary school in Arkansas is Shiloh Christian School, with 1,611 students.

Quick Facts (2026)

# AR Schools Ranked: 148
Top 20 Range (Students): 329–1,611
AR School Avg.: 181
National School Avg.: 196

Quick Facts (2026)

# AR Schools Ranked: 148
Top 20 Range (Students): 329–1,611
AR School Avg.: 181
National School Avg.: 196

Arkansas Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Arkansas (AR) avg
2025	182
2024	173
2023	168
2022	166
2021	169
2020	159
2019	174
2018	170
2017	177
2016	175
2015	162

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Show school map — Arkansas (students range: 329–1,611, avg 181)

School Size Range: 221 1,611 Avg. School Size: 510

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arkansas average private elementary schools student size?

The Arkansas average private elementary schools student size is 181 for 2026.

What are the private elementary schools with the largest student size in Arkansas?

The top ranked private elementary schools in Arkansas include Shiloh Christian School, Little Rock Christian Academy and Pulaski Academy.

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