Prairie County Schools & Education
Prairie County, Arkansas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
53/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,193
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,160
School Score
53/100
Higher = better
State avg 38/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#10
of 75 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Prairie County
School Verdict
Prairie County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 95.0%.
Funding Context
At $6,193 per pupil, Prairie County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Prairie County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 39% above the Arkansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Prairie County, Arkansas
Small Districts, Big Results in Prairie County
Prairie County operates a streamlined education system with just four public schools serving 1,192 students. The county is divided into two main districts, each managing one elementary and one high school.
Elite Graduation Rates in Local Schools
Prairie County reaches an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, one of the highest in the region and well above the 87.0% national average. The 54.4 school score reflects strong performance, supported by per-pupil spending of $6,193.
Des Arc and Hazen Lead the Way
The Des Arc School District is the larger of the two, educating 636 students across its two campuses. The Hazen School District follows closely with 556 students, and notably, there are no charter schools within the county.
A Purely Rural School Experience
Every school in Prairie County is classified as rural, offering a consistent and intimate learning environment. With an average size of 298 students, even the largest campus, Des Arc Elementary, hosts only 382 students.
Find Your Home in a 95% Graduation District
Prairie County's small-town atmosphere is paired with some of the best graduation metrics in Arkansas. Homebuyers looking for high-accountability schools in a rural setting should focus on the Des Arc and Hazen areas.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Prairie County
Total Enrollment
1,192
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Prairie County
DES ARC SCHOOL DISTRICT
HAZEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
4 Public Schools in Prairie County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | DES ARC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–6 | Primary | 382 |
| HAZEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | HAZEN SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–6 | Primary | 285 |
| HAZEN HIGH SCHOOL | HAZEN SCHOOL DISTRICT | 7–12 | High | 271 |
| DES ARC HIGH SCHOOL | DES ARC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 7–12 | High | 254 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,193
State avg $6,160
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Prairie County, Arkansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Prairie County, Arkansas?
Prairie County operates a streamlined education system with just four public schools serving 1,192 students. The county is divided into two main districts, each managing one elementary and one high school.
How do schools in Prairie County perform academically?
Prairie County reaches an exceptional 95.0% graduation rate, one of the highest in the region and well above the 87.0% national average. The 54.4 school score reflects strong performance, supported by per-pupil spending of $6,193.
What are the major school districts in Prairie County, Arkansas?
The Des Arc School District is the larger of the two, educating 636 students across its two campuses. The Hazen School District follows closely with 556 students, and notably, there are no charter schools within the county.
What is the school experience like in Prairie County?
Every school in Prairie County is classified as rural, offering a consistent and intimate learning environment. With an average size of 298 students, even the largest campus, Des Arc Elementary, hosts only 382 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Prairie County, Arkansas?
Prairie County's small-town atmosphere is paired with some of the best graduation metrics in Arkansas. Homebuyers looking for high-accountability schools in a rural setting should focus on the Des Arc and Hazen areas.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.