Best Public Schools in Newark, AR (2025-26)

Best Newark Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 638 students in Newark, AR.

The top ranked public schools in Newark, AR are Cedar Ridge Elementary School and Cedar Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Newark, AR public schools have an score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Newark have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 Newark, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Cedar Ridge Elementary School

(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
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3549 Cord Rd
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691

Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Rank: #22.

Cedar Ridge High School

(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
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1500 N Hill St
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691

Gr: 6-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Newark, AR?

The top ranked public schools in Newark, AR include Cedar Ridge Elementary School and Cedar Ridge High School.

How many public schools are located in Newark?

2 public schools are located in Newark.

What is the racial composition of students in Newark?

Newark 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).