For the 2026 school year, there are 2 alternative public high schools serving 423 students in Arkansas.
The top-ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas are Cabot Panther Academy and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkansas alternative public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Arkansas alternative public high school have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cabot Panther Academy, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Alternative Public High Schools in Arkansas (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabot Panther Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Funtastic Dr
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Gr: 5-12 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Gr: 6-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas?
The top-ranked alternative public high schools in Arkansas include Cabot Panther Academy and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many alternative public high schools are located in Arkansas?
2 alternative public high schools are located in Arkansas.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkansas?
Arkansas alternative public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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