For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 523 students in Donaldson, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Donaldson, AR are Ouachita Elementary School and Ouachita High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Donaldson, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Donaldson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Donaldson, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ouachita Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
332 Schoohouse Road
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2341
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2341
Gr: K-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Ouachita High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
258 Schoolhouse Road
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2323
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2323
Gr: 7-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Donaldson, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Donaldson, AR include Ouachita Elementary School and Ouachita High School.
How many public schools are located in Donaldson?
2 public schools are located in Donaldson.
What is the racial composition of students in Donaldson?
Donaldson public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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