For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 8 students in 71953, AR.
The top ranked public charter school in 71953, AR is Polk County Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 71953 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Charter schools in 71953, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 71953, AR Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Polk County Virtual Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 E Boundary Ave
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1710
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
71953, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 Geyer Dr
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Grades: 6
| 147 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 71953, AR?
The top ranked public charter schools in 71953, AR include Polk County Virtual Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 71953?
1 public charter schools are located in 71953.
What is the racial composition of students in 71953?
71953 public charter schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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