Egypt, Arkansas is a small town in Southeast Arkansas with a population of 845 people. It is an agricultural-based economy and primarily serves the local farming communities. Despite its small size, education remains a priority for the community. The local school district, Egypt School District, consistently receives strong ratings from the state education department. Students at the elementary and middle schools are offered a variety of educational opportunities to help them succeed in their academics and develop necessary life skills. The district also provides professional development and training to ensure teachers possess up to date knowledge and skills for meeting the students' educational needs. In addition, extracurricular activities such as athletics, music, and drama clubs are available to promote positive relationships between students and staff while providing outlets for creativity and fun. With its commitment to quality education, Egypt is dedicated to helping provide its young people with the best possible learning experience.
Egypt schools spend $10,807 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 13 pupils per teacher, 584 students per librarian, and 351 children per counselor.