For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 638 students in Newark, AR.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newark have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newark, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3549 Cord Rd
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Cedar Ridge High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 N Hill St
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Grades: 6-12
| 359 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Newark, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newark, AR include Cedar Ridge Elementary School and Cedar Ridge High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newark?
2 public elementary schools are located in Newark.
What is the racial composition of students in Newark?
Newark public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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