For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 638 students in Newark, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Newark, AR are Cedar Ridge Elementary School and Cedar Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newark, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Newark have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 九游体育s in Newark, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3549 Cord Rd
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Cedar Ridge High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 N Hill St
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Grades: 6-12
| 359 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Newark, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Newark, AR include Cedar Ridge Elementary School and Cedar Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in Newark?
2 public schools are located in Newark.
What is the racial composition of students in Newark?
Newark public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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