For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 698 students in Marianna, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in Marianna, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marianna, AR are Anna Strong Learning Academy and Lee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marianna, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Marianna have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marianna, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anna Strong Learning Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
214 South Alabama Street
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Gr: PK-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lee High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
523 Forest Avenue
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7130
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7130
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Marianna, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
188 W Chestnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Gr: 3-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
214 South Alabama St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Gr: 5-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
175 Walnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Gr: PK-1 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marianna, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Marianna, AR include Anna Strong Learning Academy and Lee High School.
How many public schools are located in Marianna?
2 public schools are located in Marianna.
What percentage of students in Marianna go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in Marianna are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marianna?
Marianna public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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