For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 518 students in Bee Branch, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR are South Side Elementary School and South Side High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bee Branch, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Bee Branch have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bee Branch, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
334 Southside Road
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2200
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
South Side High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
334 Southside Road
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2242
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2242
Gr: 7-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR include South Side Elementary School and South Side High School.
How many public schools are located in Bee Branch?
2 public schools are located in Bee Branch.
What is the racial composition of students in Bee Branch?
Bee Branch public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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