For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 429 students in Hermitage, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, AR are Hermitage Elementary School and Hermitage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hermitage, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Hermitage have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hermitage, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermitage Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
206 W School Dr
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-8500
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Hermitage High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
312 N School Dr
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Gr: 7-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Hermitage, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
312 North School Drive
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Gr: 6-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, AR include Hermitage Elementary School and Hermitage High School.
How many public schools are located in Hermitage?
2 public schools are located in Hermitage.
What is the racial composition of students in Hermitage?
Hermitage public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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