For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 284 students in Higden, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in Higden, AR is West Side Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Higden, AR public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Higden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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 Higden, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Side Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7295 Greers Ferry Road
Higden, AR 72067
(501) 825-7744
Higden, AR 72067
(501) 825-7744
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Higden, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Higden, AR include West Side Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Higden?
1 public preschools are located in Higden.
What is the racial composition of students in Higden?
Higden public preschools minority enrollment is 4% 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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