For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 219 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 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public Elementary 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%
71720, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Oak Avenue
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Gr: 5-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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