For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 899 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 40% 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 40% 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 (2026-27)
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 Drive
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3711
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3711
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Ashdown Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 South Ellen Street
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-5138
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-5138
Gr: 6-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
71822, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
410 Burke St
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3561
Ashdown, AR 71822
(870) 898-3561
Gr: 3-5
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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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