For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 357 students in Bigelow, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in Bigelow, AR is Anne Watson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bigelow, AR public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Bigelow have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Bigelow, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anne Watson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 W Panther Drive
Bigelow, AR 72016
(501) 759-2638
Bigelow, AR 72016
(501) 759-2638
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Bigelow, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Bigelow, AR include Anne Watson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bigelow?
1 public preschools are located in Bigelow.
What is the racial composition of students in Bigelow?
Bigelow public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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