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#32 of 89 private schools in AR

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Immaculate Conception Catholic School

Elementary School

223 S 14TH ST, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

213

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

213

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arkansas private schools

#32 of 89

In Fort Smith

#6 of 9

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About Immaculate Conception Catholic School

Immaculate Conception Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fort Smith, AR. Immaculate Conception Catholic School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Conception Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 89 private schools in AR.

How it compares0.5 pts above AR schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Immaculate Conception Catholic 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.

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How Immaculate Conception Catholic School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Smith, AR

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.5:1

This School

17.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

213

This School

337

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 39.4% vs 0%

Asian 4.2% vs 0%

Immaculate Conception Catholic School Fort Smith Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Immaculate Conception Catholic School (this school)	—	213	12.5:1	6.7
TILLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	341	17.9:1	5.3
HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	253	18.1:1	6.4
BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	284	17.8:1	7.4
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	359	21.1:1	3.9
SUNNYMEDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	503	18.6:1	4.0
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	491	18.9:1	6.0
TRUSTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	119	17:1	4.3
SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	416	14.9:1	3.8
BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	290	17.1:1	7.1
RAYMOND F. ORR ELEM. SCHOOL	3.2 mi	309	20.6:1	5.5
SPRADLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	294	19.6:1	5.1
CARNALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	203	15.6:1	3.5
EUPER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	401	18.2:1	6.8
HARRY C. MORRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	418	19.9:1	4.1
BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	287	15.1:1	6.6
CAVANAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	298	16.6:1	7.2
JOHN P. WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	505	21:1	7.8
ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.1 mi	494	19.8:1	7.2
FORT SMITH VIRTUAL ACADEMY	7.0 mi	133	12.1:1	—

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

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,281.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 55%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.5 / 10

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Enrollment 213

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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 52.6%

Hispanic 39.4%

Asian 4.2%

Native American 2.3%

Two or More 0.9%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

223 S 14TH ST, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Conception Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Smith, see our Fort Smith schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
WILLIAM O. DARBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Smith	0.5 mi	720	6.9
BELLE POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Fort Smith	0.6 mi	73	5.1
FUTURE SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith	0.7 mi	219	6.6
TILLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	0.6 mi	341	5.3
NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Smith	0.7 mi	2,253	6.7
HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	1.0 mi	253	6.4
BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	1.3 mi	284	7.4
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Smith	1.4 mi	233	6.3
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith	1.5 mi	98	—
RAMSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Smith	2.1 mi	808	6.4
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	2.1 mi	491	6.0
ARKOMA MS Arkoma	2.0 mi	81	4.0
ARKOMA HS Arkoma	2.0 mi	106	6.4
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	1.7 mi	359	3.9
MOFFETT PUBLIC SCHOOL Moffett	1.9 mi	350	6.4
TRINITY CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Smith	2.0 mi	210	6.7
SUNNYMEDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	2.1 mi	503	4.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith	2.5 mi	55	7.4
TRUSTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith	2.5 mi	119	4.3
UNION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Smith	2.3 mi	197	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,568

Median Home Value

$113,200

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

19,966

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

44.7%

Avg Commute

16.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.9%

Median Age

36.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ALPENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alpena, AR	201	6.7
COSSATOT RIVER PRIMARY SCHOOL Vandervoort, AR	171	6.7
NORFORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfork, AR	251	6.7
CALICO ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Calico Rock, AR	185	6.8
BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR	287	6.6
MAGAZINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magazine, AR	290	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Conception Catholic School

What grades does Immaculate Conception Catholic School serve?

Immaculate Conception Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Immaculate Conception Catholic School?

Immaculate Conception Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception Catholic School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immaculate Conception Catholic School rank in AR?

Immaculate Conception Catholic School ranks #32 of 89 private schools in AR.

What is Immaculate Conception Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Conception Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immaculate Conception Catholic School a private school?

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

Is Immaculate Conception Catholic School a religious school?

Immaculate Conception Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 213
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Small City
County: Sebastian County
Phone: (479) 783-6798

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