For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 539 students in Helena, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in Helena, AR is J.f. Wahl Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, AR public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Helena have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Helena, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J.f. Wahl Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 Hickory Hill
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4404
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4404
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Helena, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Gr: K-6 | 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Helena, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Helena, AR include J.f. Wahl Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Helena?
1 public preschools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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