For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 290 students in Kensett, AR.
The top-ranked public school in Kensett, AR is Kensett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kensett, AR public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Kensett have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kensett, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kensett Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 W Dandridge St
Kensett, AR 72082
(501) 742-3221
Kensett, AR 72082
(501) 742-3221
Gr: K-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Kensett, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
701 W Dandridge
Kensett, AR 72082
(501) 742-3346
Kensett, AR 72082
(501) 742-3346
Gr: 5-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kensett, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Kensett, AR include Kensett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kensett?
1 public schools are located in Kensett.
What is the racial composition of students in Kensett?
Kensett public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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