CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Situated at 700 Main Street in Rison, Arkansas, the Cleveland County School District serves as an essential educational hub for its rural, remote community within the broader Pine Bluff area. As an open, traditional public school system operating across two campuses, the district provides a comprehensive educational framework spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district serves a close-knit student body of 741 learners, offering a complete academic pathway that begins with robust early childhood education—enrolling nearly 80 pre-K students—and continues through secondary graduation, preparing students at every step of their academic journey.

The district is supported by a substantial professional workforce of over 250 full-time equivalent staff members, fostering an environment rich in individual support and mentorship. The teaching staff includes approximately 123 full-time certified educators, complemented by 28 instructional aides and over 100 dedicated operational and support staff members. This favorable staffing ratio ensures that the diverse student body—which includes 523 White, 155 Black, 23 Asian, 22 multi-racial, and 15 Hispanic students—receives personalized guidance tailored to their learning needs. Through its balanced academic offerings and strong community presence, the Cleveland County School District remains committed to delivering quality public education throughout the region.