For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 521 students in Ward, AR (there are , serving 97 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Ward, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public school in Ward, AR is Ward Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ward, AR public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Ward have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ward, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ward Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1570 Wilson Loop
Ward, AR 72176
(501) 843-9601
Ward, AR 72176
(501) 843-9601
Grades: PK-5
| 521 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ward, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Ward, AR include Ward Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ward?
1 public schools are located in Ward.
What percentage of students in Ward go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Ward are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ward?
Ward public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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