Nevada County Schools & Education
Nevada County, Arkansas
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
40/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,245
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,160
School Score
40/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 38/100
State Score Position
#33
of 75 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Nevada County
Measured School Summary
Nevada County performs at an average level with a school score of 40/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.4%.
Funding Context
At $6,245 per pupil, Nevada County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 6% above the Arkansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Nevada County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
5 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
40/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #33 of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data.
Completion
91.4%
1.1 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,245
$85 above the state average
School coverage
5
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Nevada County has 5 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Nevada County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Nevada County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#33
of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data. The county score is 2 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary to high school visible
938 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
NEVADA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
414 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Nevada County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Nevada County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Nevada County, Arkansas
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Strong School Infrastructure in Southwest Arkansas
Nevada County manages five public schools across two districts, supporting a total enrollment of 1,352 students. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools. This structured pathway provides clear transitions for students from their first day of kindergarten through high school graduation.
Prescott School District Anchors the Community
Prescott School District is the county's largest educational provider, serving 938 students across three schools. The county maintains a traditional public school model with no charter schools currently in operation. Nevada School District serves the remaining student population, hosting 414 students in its elementary and high school facilities.
A Mix of Town and Rural Campuses
While most schools are in rural settings, the Prescott campus provides a town locale, offering a slightly more central atmosphere. Schools maintain a manageable average size of 270 students, ensuring students are never just a number. Prescott Elementary is the largest campus with 378 students, while Nevada High School offers the most intimate setting with 184 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Nevada County
Reported Enrollment
1,352
5 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Nevada County
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT
NEVADA SCHOOL DISTRICT
5 Public Schools in Nevada County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 5 of 5 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT | PRESCOTT, 71857Town: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 378 |
| PRESCOTT HIGH SCHOOL | Record | PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT | PRESCOTT, 71857Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 311 |
| PRESCOTT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | Record | PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT | PRESCOTT, 71857Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 249 |
| NEVADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | NEVADA SCHOOL DISTRICT | ROSSTON, 71858Rural: Remote | KG–6 | Primary | 230 |
| NEVADA HIGH SCHOOL | Record | NEVADA SCHOOL DISTRICT | ROSSTON, 71858Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 184 |
PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESCOTT, 71857 / Town: Remote
PRESCOTT HIGH SCHOOL
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESCOTT, 71857 / Rural: Fringe
PRESCOTT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
PRESCOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRESCOTT, 71857 / Rural: Fringe
NEVADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NEVADA SCHOOL DISTRICT
ROSSTON, 71858 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,245
State avg $6,160
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Schools in Nevada County, Arkansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Nevada County, Arkansas?
Nevada County manages five public schools across two districts, supporting a total enrollment of 1,352 students. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools. This structured pathway provides clear transitions for students from their first day of kindergarten through high school graduation.
What are the major school districts in Nevada County, Arkansas?
Prescott School District is the county's largest educational provider, serving 938 students across three schools. The county maintains a traditional public school model with no charter schools currently in operation. Nevada School District serves the remaining student population, hosting 414 students in its elementary and high school facilities.
What is the school experience like in Nevada County?
While most schools are in rural settings, the Prescott campus provides a town locale, offering a slightly more central atmosphere. Schools maintain a manageable average size of 270 students, ensuring students are never just a number. Prescott Elementary is the largest campus with 378 students, while Nevada High School offers the most intimate setting with 184 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.