MOUNT IDA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located at 338 Whittington in Mount Ida, Arkansas, the Mount Ida School District operates as an open, traditional public school district serving a distant rural community. Spanning two operational school campuses, this non-charter district delivers a complete educational continuum from kindergarten through 12th grade. Based on Federal NCES data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of 420 students, maintaining a steady cohort size across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. The student body comprises 234 male and 186 female students, with a demographic makeup that includes 383 White, 17 Hispanic, 17 multiracial, and 3 American Indian learners.

To support academic achievement and student well-being across its campuses, the Mount Ida School District maintains a substantial staffing presence relative to its enrollment. The district's workforce includes approximately 188.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, anchored by 120.5 FTE classroom teachers, 10 instructional aides, and 58 support staff personnel. This extensive operational foundation reflects a dedicated commitment to delivering tailored instruction, low teacher-to-student ratios, and broad administrative support within a close-knit rural setting. Community members, parents, and researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s official website at mountidaschools.com or by calling their main office at (870) 867-2323.