For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 231 students in 71720, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 71720, AR is Bearden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71720 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71720, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71720 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bearden High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bearden High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
635 N Plum
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2913
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2913
Gr: 7-12 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
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 high schools in 71720, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71720, AR include Bearden High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71720?
1 public high schools are located in 71720.
What is the racial composition of students in 71720?
71720 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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