For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 402 students in Marianna, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Marianna, AR is Anna Strong Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marianna, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marianna have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marianna, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anna Strong Learning Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
214 South Alabama Street
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Gr: PK-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Marianna, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
188 W Chestnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Gr: 3-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
214 South Alabama St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Gr: 5-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
175 Walnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Gr: PK-1 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Marianna, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marianna, AR include Anna Strong Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marianna?
1 public elementary schools are located in Marianna.
What is the racial composition of students in Marianna?
Marianna public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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