For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,812 students in 71923, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 71923, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71923, AR are Goza Middle School, Peake Elementary School and Arkadelphia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71923 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71923, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71923, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goza Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Badger Lane
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-4291
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-4291
Gr: 6-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Peake Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1305 Caddo Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2361
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2361
Gr: 3-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Arkadelphia High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 High School Rd
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-7373
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-7373
Gr: 9-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
1900 Walnut St
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2260
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-2260
Gr: K-2 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
71923, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71923, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71923, AR include Goza Middle School, Peake Elementary School and Arkadelphia High School.
How many public schools are located in 71923?
4 public schools are located in 71923.
What percentage of students in 71923 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 71923 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71923?
71923 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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