Best Schools in Imboden, Arkansas
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Imboden by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sloan-hendrix Elem. School
Elementary · Sloan-hendrix School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sloan-hendrix High School
High · Sloan-hendrix School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Imboden Area Charter School
Elementary · Imboden Charter School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Imboden for 2026 are Sloan-hendrix Elem. School (6.0/10), Sloan-hendrix High School (5.5/10), and Imboden Area Charter School (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Imboden
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sloan-hendrix Elem. School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Sloan-hendrix High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Imboden Area Charter School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $70,536
- Median home value
- $100,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Imboden compares
Arkansas rank
#106 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$71k
128% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Imboden, Arkansas
Imboden, Arkansas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Imboden show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Imboden is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Imboden is served by 2 school districts: IMBODEN CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT, SLOAN-HENDRIX SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 806 students.
Imboden's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,536. The poverty rate in the area is 9.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 385 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 68 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 353 students · 7th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Imboden
Imboden, Arkansas · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,536
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$514/mo
Population
2,206
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Community Profile
Imboden has a median household income of $70,536. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,700, with a median rent of $514/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Imboden, Arkansas
How many schools are in Imboden, Arkansas?
Imboden has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Imboden, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Imboden is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Imboden, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Imboden on MySchoolScout is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Imboden, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Imboden on MySchoolScout is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Imboden, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Imboden on MySchoolScout is Sloan-hendrix High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Imboden, Arkansas?
Imboden is served by 2 school districts: Imboden Charter School District, Sloan-hendrix School District.
What is the education level in Imboden, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Imboden have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Imboden, Arkansas?
The median household income in Imboden is approximately $70,536 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Imboden, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Imboden is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Imboden, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.