For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 221 students in Desha County, AR.
Desha County, AR public preschools have a diversity score of 0.58, which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Desha County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcgehee Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 Oak Street
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
709 Dan Gill Drive
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5365
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5365
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Desha County, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Desha County, AR include Mcgehee Elementary School and Reed Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Desha County?
1 public preschools are located in Desha County.
What is the racial composition of students in Desha County?
Desha County public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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