For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 891 students in 71822, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71822, AR are Ashdown Elementary School and Ashdown Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71822 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71822, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71822, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashdown Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1323 Foster St
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3711
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3711
Gr: K-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Ashdown Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 S Ellen Dr
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-5138
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-5138
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
71822, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71822, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71822, AR include Ashdown Elementary School and Ashdown Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71822?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71822.
What is the racial composition of students in 71822?
71822 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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