Best Mount Ida Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 434 students in Mount Ida, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Mount Ida, AR are Bobby Barrett Elementary School and Mount Ida High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Ida, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Mount Ida have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Mount Ida, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bobby Barrett Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
430 Ball Park Rd
Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870) 867-4596
Gr: K-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mount Ida High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
338 Whittington St
Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870) 867-4517
Gr: 7-12 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Mount Ida, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Mount Ida, AR include Bobby Barrett Elementary School and Mount Ida High School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Ida?
2 public schools are located in Mount Ida.
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Ida?
Mount Ida public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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