Top 3 Best 72722 Arkansas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 610 students in 72722, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72722, AR are Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72722 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72722, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72722, AR Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur Northside Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9083 Mt Olive Rd
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Grades: PK-4
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Grades: 5-8
| 186 students
Rank: #33.
Decatur High School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3983
Grades: 9-12
| 159 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72722, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72722, AR include Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School.
How many public schools are located in 72722, AR?
3 public schools are located in 72722, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in 72722, AR?
72722, AR public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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