For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 alternative public charter school serving 350 students in Arkansas.
The top ranked alternative public charter school in Arkansas is Cabot Panther Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arkansas alternative public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best Alternative Public Charter Schools in Arkansas (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabot Panther Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Funtastic Dr
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 843-3363
Gr: 5-12 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public charter schools in Arkansas?
The top ranked alternative public charter schools in Arkansas include Cabot Panther Academy.
How many alternative public charter schools are located in Arkansas?
1 alternative public charter schools are located in Arkansas.
What is the racial composition of students in Arkansas?
Arkansas alternative public charter schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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