Conway School District (Arkansas)
| Conway School District | |
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2220 Prince Street Conway, Arkansas 72034 United States |
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| District information | |
| Grades | PK–12 |
| Accreditation | Arkansas Department of Education |
| Schools | 18 |
| District ID | 0504020 |
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 9,445 |
| Teachers | 611.45 (on FTE basis) |
| Staff | 1,162.45 (on FTE basis) |
| Student-teacher ratio | 15,46 |
| District mascot | Wampus Cat |
| Colors | Blue White |
| Other information | |
| Website | www |
Conway School District (or Conway Public Schools) is a school district located in Conway, Arkansas, United States. Conway Public Schools serves the city of Conway, Arkansas, located in Faulkner County, Arkansas. With more than 9,200 students, Conway School District is the eighth largest in Arkansas. Starting August 20, 2012, the district will have 16 schools, including one high school, one junior high school, four middle schools, nine elementary schools and a preschool program.
Conway High School has experienced success in interscholastic sports and activities with conference and state titles. In 2010, the Wampus Cat football team took home the 7A conference championship. Also, winning the Arkansas State Championship in 2011 was baseball, wrestling and girls' soccer. Conway HS has a strong band program, with many students making all state band. In the 2011 War Memorial "Showcase of Bands" marching contest, the Wampus Cat Marching Band received the Brandon Award, the contest's highest award.
Wampus Cat
The Wampus Cat is a mythical creature that normally is portrayed as a cougar that can stand upright. This mascot is a variation of this with six arms. "Four to run at the speed of light and two to fight with all its might."
High School: (10th - 12th grade)
Junior High School: (8th & 9th grades)
Middle Schools: (5th - 7th grades)
Elementary Schools: (Kindergarten - 4th grade)
In 2011, Jim Stone Elementary School received top honors from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) in being named a National Blue Ribbon School.
And then in 2013, Ellen Smith Elementary School also received top honors from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) in being named a National Blue Ribbon School.
Pre-School Center:
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