For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 374 students in Cotter, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in Cotter, AR is Amanda Gist Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cotter, AR public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Cotter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Cotter, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amanda Gist Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
152 Lucille
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6655
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6655
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Cotter, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Cotter, AR include Amanda Gist Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Cotter?
1 public preschools are located in Cotter.
What is the racial composition of students in Cotter?
Cotter public preschools minority enrollment is 5% 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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