For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 214 students in Kingston, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Kingston, AR are Kingston High School and Kingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingston, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Kingston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kingston, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Madison 2620
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: 7-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Madison 2620
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kingston, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Kingston, AR include Kingston High School and Kingston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kingston?
2 public schools are located in Kingston.
What is the racial composition of students in Kingston?
Kingston public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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