For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 446 students in 71720, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71720, AR are Bearden Elementary School and Bearden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71720 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71720, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bearden Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Oak Avenue
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Gr: K-6 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Bearden High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
635 N Plum
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Gr: 7-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71720, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71720, AR include Bearden Elementary School and Bearden High School.
How many public schools are located in 71720?
2 public schools are located in 71720.
What is the racial composition of students in 71720?
71720 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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