For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,116 students in Dardanelle, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Dardanelle, AR are Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dardanelle, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Dardanelle have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dardanelle, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dardanelle Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1376 N Liberty Road
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Gr: K-3 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Dardanelle Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2306 North State Hwy 7
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Dardanelle Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 N 4th
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Gr: 4-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Dardanelle High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1079 North State Hwy 28
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4655
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4655
Gr: 9-12 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dardanelle, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Dardanelle, AR include Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Dardanelle?
4 public schools are located in Dardanelle.
What is the racial composition of students in Dardanelle?
Dardanelle public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dardanelle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dardanelle include: Dardanelle Intermediate School vs. Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Primary School vs. Dardanelle Intermediate School
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