Since 1885, St. Edward's School has been conducted in three different buildings.
Classes at first were conducted in the building which was divided into church, school, and parsonage.
In 1924, the old church building was moved about 80 feet, on the Ferry Steet side of the church property, and remodeled to serve as school and parish hall.
It served until the present school was dedicated in 1955.
An annex containing a large gymnasium and additional classrooms was added in 1962. Peak enrollment of 360 pupils was in 1965-1972.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Since 1885, St. Edward's School has been conducted in three different buildings. Classes at first were conducted in the building which was divided into church, school, and parsonage. In 1924, the old church building was moved about 80 feet, on the Ferry Steet side of the church property, and remodeled to serve as school and parish hall. It served until the present school was dedicated in 1955. An annex containing a large gymnasium and additional classrooms was added in 1962. Peak enrollment of 360 pupils was in 1965-1972.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Edwards School?
The application deadline for St. Edwards School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Edwards School located?
St. Edwards School is located in the Macarthur Park neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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19010 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-9822
Little Rock, AR 72223
(501) 868-9822
13.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,534 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(501) 840-3772
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(501) 840-3772
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