For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 601 students in Carlisle, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR are Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public 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 E 5th St
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3261
Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145 Raborn Rd
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3196
Carlisle, AR 72024
(870) 552-3196
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, AR include Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle High School.
How many public schools are located in Carlisle?
2 public schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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