Conway AR Schools Guide: Public & Private Options in Faulkner County

Quick Facts

Conway, Arkansas is served by the Conway School District — the largest school district in Faulkner County with approximately 11,000 students — earning consistent B ratings from the Arkansas Department of Education. The district operates multiple elementary schools, two junior highs, and Conway High School. Private school options include Conway Christian School and Hendrix College’s early childhood program. For families seeking an A-rated alternative within Faulkner County, Greenbrier School District is 15 minutes north.

Conway School District Overview

Conway School District is the largest in Faulkner County and serves the full city of Conway. With approximately 11,000 students, it offers extensive course options, AP classes, career and technical education programs, and one of the larger athletic programs in Arkansas Class 6A. The district is B-rated — performing above the state average but below the A-rated Greenbrier and Vilonia districts immediately to the north.

Q: Are Conway Arkansas schools good?

Conway School District is rated B by the Arkansas Department of Education — above the state average, with strong extracurricular offerings and extensive AP coursework at Conway High School. For families prioritizing A-rated districts, Greenbrier School District (15 minutes north) and Vilonia School District (20 minutes northwest) offer higher ratings in smaller community settings. Conway’s district compensates with greater course variety and a larger school environment.

Conway High School

Conway High School competes in the 6A classification — the largest in Arkansas — in the Arkansas Activities Association. The Wampus Cats athletics program is one of the most storied in Arkansas high school sports, with multiple state championships in football, basketball, and other sports. The school has a competitive academic environment with extensive AP and dual-credit options through the University of Central Arkansas.

Private Schools in Conway AR

Conway Christian School offers K–12 Christian education as the primary private school alternative in Conway. The school has a smaller enrollment than Conway public schools and appeals to families seeking faith-based education in a smaller community setting. Several church-affiliated preschool and early childhood programs also operate in Conway.

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