The state that's home to Hot Springs National Park is also one of the best states for education. And that's state is Arkansas. It's known for Southern Biscuits, Chocolate Gravy, and Possum Pie. This state is also one of the best educational states and home to the largest school districts. Although the state is ranked 37th in education in the United States, it still has some of the finest educational districts.
Arkansas's seven largest school districts are known for their class sizes, outstanding education, and unique rankings in diversity and athletics. For families, these large school districts offer insight into what city to live in and what district is associated with that city. Here's a guide that explores the largest districts and what makes them unique.
Springdale School District
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Springdale School District is the largest district in Arkansas, with 29 schools and around 29,000 students. Located in Fayetteville, AR, this school district has schools considered above average in test scores. They are also ranked in the top three of most diverse schools, and no. eleven for best places to teach in Arkansas.
Here are how the 29 schools are divided in this district.
- 26 elementary and middle schools
- 3 high schools
Little Rock School District
Little Rock School District is also one of the largest school districts in Arkansas, with 42 schools and 22,000 students. This district has some of the best schools in the state, with Forest Park Elementary School ranked no. five in Arkansas. Jefferson Elementary School is also ranked one of the best for teaching education.
These are how the 42 schools are divided in this school district.
- 37 elementary school and junior high schools
- 5 high schools
Bentonville Public Schools
Another highly rated district in Arkansas is Bentonville Public Schools. It's also the next largest, with 23 schools and 18,000 students. While this school district isn't as large as the other two districts, it still has a lot to offer. Located in the city of Bentonville, with a population of 56,000, Bentonville Public Schools have a student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1, slighter larger than the national average of 15:1.
These are the schools that make up this large district in Bentonville.
- 21 elementary and middle schools
- 2 high schools
Rogers School District
Next on the list of largest school districts is Rogers School District, with 23 schools and around 15,00 students. This school district has some of the best elementary schools, like Janie Darr Elementary School and Eastside Elementary School, with a teacher-to-student ratio of 13:1.
These are the schools in Rogers School District.
- 20 elementary schools and middle schools
- 3 high schools
Fort Smith School District
Fort Smith School District is another one of the largest school districts in Arkansas, with 26 schools and 14,000 students. Regarding rankings and awards, Fort Smith School District is considered the second most diverse district among districts in Arkansas. It's also ranked thirteenth in best places to teach in Arkansas.
Fort Smith School District's 26 schools are divided between elementary and high school:
- 23 elementary and junior high schools
- 3 high schools
Pulaski County Special School District
One of Arkansas's more unique school districts is Pulaski County Special School District. It focuses on students with special needs. The student-to-teacher ratio for schools in this district is 14:1, with 26 schools and 11,000 students.
These are the number of elementary and high schools in this district.
- 22 elementary schools and middle school
- 4 high schools
Cabot School District
Cabot School District is last on the list of the largest school districts on this list. It has 16 schools and 10,000 students. Of all Arkansas school districts, this district is consistently ranked the best. It has multiple schools in Arkansas's top 20% of schools. For instance, Cabot High School is ranked in Arkansas's top 30 high schools.
These are how the 16 schools in this district are divided up.
- 14 elementary schools
- 2 high schools
The Largest Schools In Arkansas Offer More Opportunites
You may not think much about Arkansas. You may only know of Little Rock and a few other cities that stand out in this gorgeous state. But this green and Southern Biscuit state also has much to offer for families regarding education. The education system found in the largest districts in the state shows why they are some of the best. It shows what these districts are known for regarding diversity, teaching, and athletics. This state offers some of the best education for families considering living in Arkansas with plenty of school choices.
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