For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 150 students located throughout Arkansas.
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Historical Statistics Overview
This State (AR)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
271 Schools
# Students
150 Students
107,111 Students
Academics and Faculty
This State (AR)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
69%
Academic Programs
This State (AR)
US
Avg. AP Courses
21
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
12
13
Academic Performance
This State (AR)
US
Avg. SAT Score
1420
1270
Avg. ACT Score
26
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
67%
59%
Tuition and Finances
This State (AR)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$34,250
$64,480
Avg. Tuition (Day)
$9,900
$38,054
Avg. Tuition (International)
$34,250
$62,481
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
80%
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$14,500
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
$9 MM
$83 MM
Student Diversity
This State (AR)
US
% Students of Color
42%
30%
% International Students
8%
27%
% Boarding Students
50%
59%
Top Arkansas Boarding Schools (2026-27)
School
Location
Quick Facts
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
Gr: 7-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 67% Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in Arkansas?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Arkansas.
What is the oldest boarding school in Arkansas?
Subiaco Academy, founded in 1887, is the oldest boarding school in Arkansas.
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