For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 380 students in Carlisle, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Carlisle, AR is Carlisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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 Carlisle, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
707 East 5th Street
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Gr: PK-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Carlisle, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Carlisle, AR include Carlisle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carlisle?
1 public elementary schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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