For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 15 students in Polk County, AR.
Polk County, AR public charter school have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public charter schools of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Polk County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polk County Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 E Boundary Ave
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Gr: 1-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Polk County, AR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Polk County, AR include Polk County Virtual Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Polk County?
1 public charter schools are located in Polk County.
What is the racial composition of students in Polk County?
Polk County public charter schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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