For the 2026 school year, there is 1 alternative public charter school serving 350 students in Arkansas.
The top-ranked alternative public charter school in Arkansas is Cabot Panther Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkansas alternative public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best Alternative Public Charter Schools in Arkansas (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabot Panther Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Funtastic Dr
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Gr: 5-12 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public charter schools in Arkansas?
The top-ranked alternative public charter schools in Arkansas include Cabot Panther Academy.
How many alternative public charter schools are located in Arkansas?
1 alternative public charter schools are located in Arkansas.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkansas?
Arkansas alternative public charter schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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