For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,392 students in 72012, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 72012, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72012, AR are Beebe Junior High School, Beebe Elementary School and Beebe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72012 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72012, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72012, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beebe Junior High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1201 W Center St
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Gr: 7-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Beebe Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1201 W Center St
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Gr: 2-4 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Beebe Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 W Center St
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Gr: 5-6 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Beebe High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 W Center St
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Gr: 9-12 | 1,049 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
1201 W Center St
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Beebe, AR 72012
(501) 882-5463
Gr: K-1 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72012, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72012, AR include Beebe Junior High School, Beebe Elementary School and Beebe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 72012?
5 public schools are located in 72012.
What percentage of students in 72012 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 72012 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72012?
72012 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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