About the School
Fayetteville Public Schools (FPS) is a public school district located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and its surrounding areas. Established in 1871, it is the first public school district chartered in the state. The district serves a diverse student population, enrolling 10,560 students across 16 schools during the 2023 school year. FPS employs nearly 679 full-time teachers and has a minority enrollment of 40%, with 28.6% of students classified as economically disadvantaged. The district is organized into different school levels, including elementary, middle, junior high, and high schools. FPS has a strong commitment to education, offering programs such as English language support for learners and an Adult Education program that provides classes in English, job training, and high school diploma equivalency. The district is governed by a seven-member school board, which meets regularly to oversee its operations.