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Cleveland County

Arkansas · Public K-12

Parents in Cleveland County researching K-12 options have 4 public schools to consider, with combined enrollment near 1,291 (2 elementary and 2 high).

7-year change in Cleveland County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,291
-220 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
-1 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
80%
was 78%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
12%
was 17%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
4
2 districts
Enrollment
1,291
NCES CCD
Median income
$54,794
Above Arkansas avg
Free/reduced lunch
63.8%
Below Arkansas avg
Elementary
2
716 students
Middle
0
schools
High
2
575 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
741 students · 2 districts in Cleveland County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Cleveland County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
84%
Hispanic
1%
Black
13%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
80%
Hispanic
3%
Black
12%
Asian
2%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
19.7%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
10.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
2.2%
civilian labor
Median age
44
21.4% under 18

Test scores in Cleveland County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Arkansas state average: 33.9%.

See all 4 schools in Cleveland County ranked by score →

All schools (4)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
RISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRisonElementaryPK-06427·
RISON HIGH SCHOOLRisonHigh07-12314·
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRisonElementaryKG-06289·
WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOLRisonHigh07-12261·

Cities in Cleveland County

Rison4 schools

About Cleveland County

Cleveland County is a rural-scale Arkansas county of about 7,453 residents, home to 4 public schools and roughly 1,291 students.

For perspective, census numbers show median household income runs near $54,794, about 20% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and roughly 11% of residents live below the federal poverty line.

Looking at the level breakdown, Cleveland County spans 2 elementary schools (716 students), and 2 high schools (575).

CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 741 students across Cleveland County.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Cleveland County has fell 15% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,511 students to 1,291. Cleveland County now counts 4 public schools, down from 5 in SY 2017-18. The Black share of public-school enrollment shrank from 17% to 12%.

On this page, the community for Cleveland County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Cleveland County?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Cleveland County, Arkansas, with a combined enrollment of about 1,291.
How many high schools are in Cleveland County?
Cleveland County, Arkansas has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 575 students.
How many elementary schools are in Cleveland County?
Cleveland County, Arkansas has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 716 students.
What is the largest school district in Cleveland County?
CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest school district in Cleveland County, serving approximately 741 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
What is the population of Cleveland County?
Cleveland County, Arkansas has a population of approximately 7,453, with a median age of 44. About 21.4% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Cleveland County?
Median household income in Cleveland County is $54,794, above the Arkansas average of $52,446. About 10.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Cleveland County?
Approximately 19.7% of adults 25 and older in Cleveland County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Cleveland County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 63.8% of students in Cleveland County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Arkansas county average of 76.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cleveland County schools?
Across Cleveland County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 12.5 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Cleveland County?
Cleveland County residents are approximately 84% White, 1% Hispanic, 13% Black, 0% Asian, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data