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#66 of 89 private schools in AR

Clear Spring School

School

374 DAIRY HOLLOW RD, Eureka Springs, AR 72632

Private

Enrollment

68

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arkansas private schools

#66 of 89

In Eureka Springs

#1 of 2

public schools

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Clear Spring School

5.6/10

School in Eureka Springs · grades Pre-K – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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8.2/10

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About Clear Spring School

Clear Spring School is a private school in Eureka Springs, AR. Clear Spring School serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Clear Spring School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 89 private schools in AR.

How it compares0.7 pts below AR schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • AR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 68 students, Clear Spring School 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Clear Spring School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Clear Spring School 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 Clear Spring School compares to the 3 public schools in Eureka Springs, AR

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
68
This School
vs
207
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.8% vs 0%
Clear Spring School Eureka Springs Public Avg

All Schools in Eureka Springs

School Rating
Clear Spring School (this school) 5.6
EUREKA SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.2
EUREKA SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 7.0
EUREKA SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL 7.6

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)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 68
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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%
Hispanic 8.8%
Two or More 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

374 DAIRY HOLLOW RD, Eureka Springs, AR 72632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clear Spring School may also want to explore other schools in the area. EUREKA SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EUREKA SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eureka Springs, see our Eureka Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eureka Springs 1.8 mi 4.9
EUREKA SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eureka Springs 1.9 mi 8.2
EUREKA SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Eureka Springs 2.0 mi 7.0
EUREKA SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL Eureka Springs 2.0 mi 7.6
BERRYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCH Berryville 9.3 mi 5.1
BERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berryville 9.3 mi 5.9
BERRYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Berryville 9.8 mi 6.0
BERRYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Berryville 9.8 mi 6.0
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garfield 12.9 mi 7.2
SHELL KNOB ELEM. Shell Knob 16.7 mi 7.0
LUC BOYS SCHOOL Lampe 15.4 mi
SOUTHWEST ELEM. Washburn 17.1 mi 5.7
SOUTHWEST HIGH Washburn 17.1 mi 5.9
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Washburn 17.1 mi 6.9
EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville 20.2 mi 4.9
CASSVILLE MIDDLE Cassville 20.2 mi 6.0
CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville 20.3 mi 6.7
CASSVILLE HIGH Cassville 20.6 mi 6.1
WATSON PRIMARY SCHOOL Huntsville 22.0 mi 6.9
HUNTSVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCH Huntsville 22.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,990

Median Home Value

$228,600

Median Rent

$838/mo

Population

4,550

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

52.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clear Spring School

What grades does Clear Spring School serve?

Clear Spring School serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.

How many students attend Clear Spring School?

Clear Spring School has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clear Spring School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clear Spring School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Clear Spring School rank in AR?

Clear Spring School ranks #66 of 89 private schools in AR.

What is Clear Spring School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clear Spring School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Clear Spring School a private school?

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

Is Clear Spring School a religious school?

No, Clear Spring School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
68
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Carroll County

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