For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,291 students in Rison, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Rison, AR are Rison Elementary School, Woodlawn High School and Woodlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rison, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Rison have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rison, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Main Street
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6894
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6894
Gr: PK-6 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6760 Hwy 63
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Gr: 7-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6760 Hwy. 63
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-2211
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-2211
Gr: K-6 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Rison High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Main Street
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Gr: 7-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rison, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Rison, AR include Rison Elementary School, Woodlawn High School and Woodlawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rison?
4 public schools are located in Rison.
What is the racial composition of students in Rison?
Rison public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Rison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rison include: Woodlawn Elementary School vs. Rison Elementary School, Rison High School vs. Woodlawn High School
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