For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 999 students in Bismarck, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Bismarck, AR are Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck High School and Bismarck Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bismarck, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Bismarck have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bismarck, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bismarck Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Grades: K-4
| 374 students
Rank: #22.
Bismarck High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Grades: 9-12
| 318 students
Rank: #33.
Bismarck Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Grades: 5-8
| 307 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bismarck, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Bismarck, AR include Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck High School and Bismarck Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bismarck?
3 public schools are located in Bismarck.
What is the racial composition of students in Bismarck?
Bismarck public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Bismarck are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bismarck include: Bismarck Middle School vs. Bismarck High School, Bismarck Middle School vs. Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck Elementary School vs. Bismarck Middle School
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