For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,822 students in 72076, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 222 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72076, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72076, AR are Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy, Bayou Meto Elementary School and Bobby G Lester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72076 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72076, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72076, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Lrafb-bldg 1030
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Grades: 5-8
| 145 students
Rank: #22.
Bayou Meto Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
26405 Hwy 107
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-4131
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-4131
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Bobby G Lester Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Harris Rd
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7456
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7456
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #44.
Jacksonville Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
718 Harris Rd
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Grades: 6-8
| 852 students
Rank: #55.
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
251 N First St
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Grades: 7-12
| 239 students
Rank: #66.
Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
251 N First St
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Grades: K-6
| 343 students
Rank: #77.
Murrell Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Murrell Taylor Dr
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1581
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1581
Grades: K-5
| 364 students
Rank: #88.
Jacksonville High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Linda Ln
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-2128
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-2128
Grades: 9-12
| 1,072 students
Rank: n/an/a
500 Cloverdale Rd
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-3117
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-3117
Grades: PK
| 193 students
Rank: n/an/a
2400 Linda Lane
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9541
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9541
Grades: K-5
| 677 students
72076, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4150 Arnold Dr
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-4145
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-4145
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
1320 School Dr.
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Grades: 8-9
| 662 students
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
251 N First St
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1200
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
1320 School Dr
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-1587
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
201 Sharp Dr
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9407
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9407
Grades: 6-8
| 405 students
718 Harris Rd
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9436
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9436
Grades: 9-12
| 375 students
1919 Northeastern Ave
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7571
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7571
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
601 Harris Rd
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7456
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-7456
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
700 Gregory St
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9541
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-9541
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72076, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72076, AR include Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy, Bayou Meto Elementary School and Bobby G Lester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72076, AR?
10 public schools are located in 72076, AR.
What percentage of students in 72076, AR go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72076, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72076, AR?
72076, AR public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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