For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 634 students in 72823, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72823, AR are Atkins Middle School and Atkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72823 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72823, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72823, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atkins Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 Northwest Fourth Street
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-1008
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-1008
Gr: 5-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Atkins Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
611 Northwest Fourth Street
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7085
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7085
Gr: PK-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72823, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72823, AR include Atkins Middle School and Atkins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72823?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72823.
What is the racial composition of students in 72823?
72823 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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