For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 601 students in Manila, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Manila, AR is Manila Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manila, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manila have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Manila, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manila Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
419 E Olympia Street
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Gr: PK-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Manila, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manila, AR include Manila Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manila?
1 public elementary schools are located in Manila.
What is the racial composition of students in Manila?
Manila public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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