For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 513 students in Center Ridge, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Center Ridge, AR are Nemo Vista Middle School, Nemo Vista High School and Nemo Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Center Ridge, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Center Ridge have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Center Ridge, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nemo Vista Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5690 Hwy 9
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-6494
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-6494
Gr: 6-8 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Nemo Vista High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5690 Hwy 9
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-2811
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-2811
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Nemo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5690 Hwy 9
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-2435
Center Ridge, AR 72027
(501) 893-2435
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Center Ridge, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Center Ridge, AR include Nemo Vista Middle School, Nemo Vista High School and Nemo Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Center Ridge?
3 public schools are located in Center Ridge.
What is the racial composition of students in Center Ridge?
Center Ridge public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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