For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 463 students in West Helena, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in West Helena, AR is Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Helena, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in West Helena have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in West Helena, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Plaza St.
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 753-9800
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 753-9800
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in West Helena, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in West Helena, AR include Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in West Helena?
1 public elementary schools are located in West Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in West Helena?
West Helena public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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