For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 227 students in 71720, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 71720, AR is Bearden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71720 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71720, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bearden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Oak Ave
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2237
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2237
Grades: K-6
| 227 students
71720, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Oak Avenue
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Grades: 5-8
| 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71720, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71720, AR include Bearden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71720?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71720.
What is the racial composition of students in 71720?
71720 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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