Harding Academy

1529 E. Park Ave.
Searcy, AR 72143

Harding Academy strives to be a Christ-centered school that cultivates a love for learning, while educating the heart and mind for eternity.

We believe that each child is created by God for a divine purpose and calling.

We believe that the Bible is God's expressed will for man and reflects His Truth.

Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked AR School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 702 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,620
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Harding Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Christian School Association (NCSA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Church of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1924

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

702 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

58 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

84%

Number of AP Courses

3 courses

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,620

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

This cost is for Kindergarten. Please see our web page for complete cost.

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Chess Club, FBLA, FCCLA, Jr and Sr High Quiz Bowl, Key Club, Pep Club, Robotics, Wildcats International

Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Chorus

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Harding Academy cost?

Harding Academy's tuition is approximately $8,620 for private students.

What sports does Harding Academy offer?

Harding Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Harding Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for most sports offered.

What is Harding Academy's ranking?

Harding Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Harding Academy?

The application deadline for Harding Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked AR School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 702 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,620
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Arkansas is $6,187 for elementary schools and $7,057 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Arkansas is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).