For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,238 students in Arkadelphia, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Arkadelphia, AR are Goza Middle School and Peake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkadelphia, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Arkadelphia have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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 Arkadelphia, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goza Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Badger Lane
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-4291
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-4291
Gr: 6-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Peake Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1305 Caddo Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2361
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2361
Gr: 3-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
1900 Walnut St
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2260
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2260
Gr: K-2 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Arkadelphia, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Arkadelphia, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Arkadelphia, AR include Goza Middle School and Peake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Arkadelphia?
3 public elementary schools are located in Arkadelphia.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkadelphia?
Arkadelphia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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