Best Schools in Mena, Arkansas
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mena by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mena Middle School
Middle · Mena School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Acorn Elementary School
Elementary · Ouachita River School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mena High School
High · Mena 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 Mena for 2026 are Mena Middle School (8.0/10), Acorn Elementary School (6.7/10), and Mena High School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mena
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mena Middle School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Acorn Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Mena High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Acorn High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Holly Harshman Elem. School | 5.4 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $52,355
- Median home value
- $144,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mena compares
Arkansas rank
#55 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$52k
95% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Mena, Arkansas
Mena, Arkansas is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Mena 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 Mena is Mena Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mena is served by 2 school districts: OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT, MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,455 students.
Mena's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,355. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 343 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 454 students · 3rd–5th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 370 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 365 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 493 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 267 students · 7th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Mena
Mena, Arkansas · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,355
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
13,412
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
Mena has a median household income of $52,355. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,200, with a median rent of $743/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Arkansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mena, Arkansas
How many schools are in Mena, Arkansas?
Mena has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mena, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mena is 6.4 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 Mena, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Mena on MySchoolScout is Mena Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mena, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mena on MySchoolScout is Acorn Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Mena, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Mena on MySchoolScout is Mena Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Mena, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Mena on MySchoolScout is Mena High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Mena, Arkansas?
Mena is served by 2 school districts: Ouachita River School District, Mena School District.
What is the education level in Mena, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Mena have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mena, Arkansas?
The median household income in Mena is approximately $52,355 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mena, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mena is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mena, 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.