Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy's student population of 637 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 997 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
56%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
19%
White
30%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy's ranking?
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy is ranked #7 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy?
637 students attend Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy?
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy offer ?
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy part of?
Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy is part of Founders Classical Academies Of Arkansas School District.
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