Newport School District is a public school district serving Newport, Arkansas, and surrounding communities in Jackson County. The district operates multiple educational facilities including Newport Elementary School and Newport High School. As part of Arkansas’s public education system, the district provides K-12 education in accordance with state curriculum standards and requirements. The district serves a diverse student population and operates under the supervision of the Arkansas Department of Education. Newport School District’s mission focuses on preparing students for college and career readiness while promoting academic excellence and personal growth. The schools offer various academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletics, including the Newport Greyhounds sports teams. The district is governed by an elected school board that oversees policy-making decisions and works in conjunction with the superintendent to manage district operations. Newport School District, like other Arkansas public school districts, receives funding through state appropriations, local property taxes, and federal education programs. The district participates in standardized testing as mandated by the state and federal governments, including the ACT Aspire assessments, to measure student achievement and school performance.