For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,476 students in 72501, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 70 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 72501, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72501, AR are Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72501 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72501, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72501, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Eagle Mountain Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Grades: PK-5
| 934 students
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2460 Batesville Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Grades: PK-3
| 888 students
Rank: #33.
Southside Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Grades: 10-12
| 414 students
Rank: #44.
Southside Junior High School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Scott Drive
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-4003
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-4003
Grades: 7-9
| 515 students
Rank: #55.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Grades: 4-6
| 436 students
Rank: #66.
Batesville Junior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2 Pioneer Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #77.
West Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
850 Hill St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Grades: K-5
| 544 students
Rank: #88.
Batesville High School Charter
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pioneer Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-6846
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-6846
Grades: 9-12
| 977 students
Rank: n/an/a
Uaccb Technical Center
Vocational School
2005 White Drive
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 612-2000
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 612-2000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
72501, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
955 Water Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Grades: 6
| 170 students
Central Magnet Math & Science (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
650 Vine St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Grades: K-6
| 364 students
1900 Lyon Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Grades: PK-K
| 261 students
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Grades: 7-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72501, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72501, AR include Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Charter High School.
How many public schools are located in 72501, AR?
9 public schools are located in 72501, AR.
What percentage of students in 72501, AR go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 72501, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72501, AR?
72501, AR public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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