For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 317 students in Bay, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Bay, AR is Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bay, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bay have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bay, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 School Street
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3300
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3300
Gr: K-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bay, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bay, AR include Bay Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bay?
1 public elementary schools are located in Bay.
What is the racial composition of students in Bay?
Bay public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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