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#29 of 89 private schools in AR

Top 32% of private schools

Ambassador Baptist Academy

School

1585 TANNER ST, Malvern, AR 72104

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Ambassador Baptist Academy

6.8/10

School in Malvern · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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About Ambassador Baptist Academy

Ambassador Baptist Academy is a private school in Malvern, AR. Ambassador Baptist Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ambassador Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 89 private schools in AR.

How it compares0.5 pts above AR schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • AR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Ambassador Baptist Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Ambassador Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ambassador Baptist Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ambassador Baptist Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Malvern, AR

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
385
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Ambassador Baptist Academy Malvern Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Ambassador Baptist Academy (this school) 6.8
MALVERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.5
WILSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 3.3
MALVERN HIGH SCHOOL 6.1
MALVERN MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.7
MAGNET COVE HIGH SCHOOL 6.5
MAGNET COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.5
GLEN ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.2
GLEN ROSE HIGH SCHOOL 5.5
GLEN ROSE MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AR.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,290
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 38
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.8%
Pacific Islander 10.5%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1585 TANNER ST, Malvern, AR 72104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ambassador Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAKESIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Hot Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is POYEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Poyen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POYEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Poyen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MALVERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malvern 0.7 mi 4.5
WILSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Malvern 1.0 mi 3.3
MALVERN HIGH SCHOOL Malvern 2.5 mi 6.1
MALVERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Malvern 2.6 mi 5.7
MAGNET COVE HIGH SCHOOL Malvern 4.2 mi 6.5
MAGNET COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malvern 4.4 mi 4.5
GLEN ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malvern 7.5 mi 4.2
GLEN ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Malvern 7.6 mi 5.5
GLEN ROSE MIDDLE SCHOOL Malvern 7.6 mi 6.7
LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hot Springs 11.1 mi 7.5
LAKESIDE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hot Springs 11.2 mi 7.5
LAKESIDE HIGH SCHOOL Hot Springs 11.3 mi 6.8
LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL Hot Springs 11.3 mi 6.8
LAKESIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hot Springs 11.4 mi 8.8
OUACHITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Donaldson 12.4 mi 7.8
OUACHITA HIGH SCHOOL Donaldson 12.5 mi 6.9
POYEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poyen 11.4 mi 8.5
POYEN HIGH SCHOOL Poyen 11.5 mi 8.1
CUTTER-MORNING STAR ELEM. SCH. Hot Springs 12.2 mi 4.3
CUTTER-MORNING STAR HIGH SCHOOL Hot Springs 12.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,492

Median Home Value

$117,300

Median Rent

$768/mo

Population

23,222

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

42

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LITTLE ROCK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Rock, AR 6.8
SUNSHINE SCHOOL Searcy, AR 6.7
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beebe, AR 6.9
SOUTH ARKANSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Lewisville, AR 6.6
MARANATHA BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Dorado, AR 6.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beebe, AR 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ambassador Baptist Academy

What grades does Ambassador Baptist Academy serve?

Ambassador Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Ambassador Baptist Academy?

Ambassador Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambassador Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ambassador Baptist Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ambassador Baptist Academy rank in AR?

Ambassador Baptist Academy ranks #29 of 89 private schools in AR.

What is Ambassador Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ambassador Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ambassador Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, Ambassador Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ambassador Baptist Academy a religious school?

Ambassador Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Hot Spring County

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