For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,077 students in Manila, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Manila, AR are Manila High School and Manila Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manila, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Manila have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Manila, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manila High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
419 E Olympia Street
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-4417
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-4417
Gr: 7-12 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Manila Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
419 E Olympia Street
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Gr: PK-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Manila, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Manila, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Manila, AR include Manila High School and Manila Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Manila?
2 public schools are located in Manila.
What is the racial composition of students in Manila?
Manila public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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