For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 15 students in 71953, AR.
Public charter school in zipcode 71953 have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public charter schools of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 71953, AR Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polk County Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 E Boundary Ave
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Gr: K-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
71953, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Geyer Dr
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Gr: 6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 71953, AR?
The top ranked public charter schools in 71953, AR include Polk County Virtual Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 71953?
1 public charter schools are located in 71953.
What is the racial composition of students in 71953?
71953 public charter schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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