For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 390 students in 72011, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72011, AR are Bauxite Middle School and Miner Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72011 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72011, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72011, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bauxite Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6725 Benton St
Bauxite, AR 72011
(501) 557-5491
Bauxite, AR 72011
(501) 557-5491
Gr: 6-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Miner Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 School St
Bauxite, AR 72011
(501) 557-5453
Bauxite, AR 72011
(501) 557-5453
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72011, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72011, AR include Bauxite Middle School and Miner Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 72011?
2 public middle schools are located in 72011.
What is the racial composition of students in 72011?
72011 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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