For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 601 students in Carlisle, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR are Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Carlisle, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 5th St
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Grades: K-6
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
Carlisle High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145 Raborn Rd
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3196
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3196
Grades: 7-12
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR include Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle High School.
How many public schools are located in Carlisle?
2 public schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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