For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 448 students in Palestine, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in Palestine, AR is Palestine-wheatley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palestine, AR public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Palestine have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Palestine, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine-wheatley Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7950 Hwy. 70 West
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2588
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2588
Gr: PK-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Palestine, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in Palestine, AR include Palestine-wheatley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Palestine?
1 public preschools are located in Palestine.
What is the racial composition of students in Palestine?
Palestine public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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