For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 459 students in Palestine, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in Palestine, AR is Palestine-wheatley Elem. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palestine, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palestine have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Palestine, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
105 Westwood St
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2246
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2246
Grades: PK-6
| 459 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Palestine, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Palestine, AR include Palestine-wheatley Elem. School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palestine?
1 public elementary schools are located in Palestine.
What is the racial composition of students in Palestine?
Palestine public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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