For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,111 students in 72921, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72921, AR are Alma Middle School and Alma Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72921 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72921, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72921, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alma Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
706 Hwy. 64 East
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Alma Intermediate School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1220 West Collum Lane
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Gr: 3-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Hwy. 64 East
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Gr: PK-2 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72921, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72921, AR include Alma Middle School and Alma Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72921?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72921.
What is the racial composition of students in 72921?
72921 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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