South Conway County School District

704 E Church
Morrilton, AR 72110
(District boundaries shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%

Top Rankings

South Conway County School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Arkansas for:

Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 10%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,353 students in South Conway County School District. This district's average testing ranking is 7/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
Public Schools in South Conway County School District have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (AR)
# Schools
5 Schools
1,110 Schools
# Students
2,353 Students
485,111 Students
# Teachers
204 Teachers
38,779 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

Student By Grade

District Rank

South Conway County School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 257 school districts in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 92% has increased from 85-89% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (AR)
#90 out of 258 school districts
(Top 50%)
43%
39%
39%
40%
37%
36%
92%
88%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.56
0.61
% American Indian
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
9%
15%
% Black
17%
19%
% White
63%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $13,241 is higher than the state median of $13,132. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,304 is less than the state median of $13,043. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (AR)
Total Revenue
$31 MM
$6,371 MM
Spending
$29 MM
$6,327 MM
Revenue / Student
$13,241
$13,132
Spending / Student
$12,304
$13,043

Best South Conway County School District Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morrilton Junior High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1400 Poor Farm Rd
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-9437
Gr: 7-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Morrilton Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1907 Poor Farm Rd
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-9476
Gr: 4-6 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Morrilton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1203 N Saint Joseph St
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-9443
Gr: 2-3 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Morrilton Sr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
701 E Harding St
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-9430
Gr: 9-12 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
410 S Bridge St
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-9423
Gr: PK-1 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to South Conway County School District?
South Conway County School District manages 5 public schools serving 2,353 students.
What is the rank of South Conway County School District?
South Conway County School District is ranked #94 out of 257 school districts in Arkansas (top 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Arkansas school districts for: Highest graduation rate (Top 10%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in South Conway County School District?
63% of South Conway County School District students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of South Conway County School District?
South Conway County School District has a student/teacher ratio of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What is South Conway County School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,304 is less than the state median of $13,043. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.

Recent Articles

Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • District size: 5 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 2,353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : 92% (Top 10% in AR)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Quick Links