Conway, AR — August 18, 2026 — Conway High School (CHS) has earned a “Best Schools” award in the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings. CHS is now 35th in Arkansas and 2,879th nationally. Conway currently stands at the 84th percentile nationally.
Data Highlights
AP Participation & Success: The percentage of students taking at least one Advanced Placement (AP) exam was 49%, while AP pass rates rose from 28% to 31%.
Graduation Rate: CHS saw stability in graduation rates at 91%.
Areas of Focus
The district’s commitment to strong core academic instruction and focus on reading, math, and science proficiency as part of its ongoing strategic improvement plan has resulted in Conway High School experiencing significant gains in 10th grade reading as recently as this year. The 2026-2027 USNWR rankings are based on 2023-2024 academic performance data. View the complete CHS score card here, and for more details on USNWR’s methodology, click here.