Education

Community

Schools, colleges, and learning opportunities in Newport.

Learning Pathways

Education & Schools

Pre-K · K-12 · Higher Ed · Vocational

Newport and Jackson County are served by a range of public school districts, a two-year college (ASU-Newport), a vocational-technical school, and private and parochial options. Together these institutions provide educational pathways from pre-K through associate degree and workforce certification.

Higher Education

Two-year college and workforce training

Anchor Institution

ASU-Newport (Arkansas State University)

Higher Education

Two-year college offering associate degrees, technical certificates, and workforce training programs. Part of the ASU system and an anchor institution for Newport and Jackson County.

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K-12 Public School Districts

Pre-K through 12th grade districts serving Newport and Jackson County

All Districts

5 districts

District

Newport School District

Pre-K through 12th grade serving approximately 1,800 students. Facilities include Newport High School, Newport Junior High, and two elementary schools.

District

Tuckerman School District

Serving the Tuckerman community with Pre-K through 12th grade education.

District

Grubbs School District

Small district providing personalized education in a rural setting.

District

Swifton School District

Serving the Swifton community.

Specialized

Newport Special School District

Specialized educational services.

Vocational & Technical

Career and technical education pathways

Career Training

Vocational

Jackson County School of Technology

Vocational and technical training programs.

Private & Parochial

Non-public educational options

Additional Options

Private

Private & Parochial Schools

Additional private and parochial educational options serving Newport and Jackson County families.

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For Employers

Workforce & Training

Learn how Tech Depot and ASU-Newport partner with employers to build a skilled local workforce.

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For Families

Relocating with Kids?

The Chamber of Commerce is happy to answer questions about schools, housing, and community services when relocating with kids.

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