For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 520 students in Ward, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 50 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Ward, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ward, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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) 743-3569
Ward, AR 72176
(501) 743-3569
Gr: PK-4 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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?
93% of all K-12 students in Ward are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ward?
Ward public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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