For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 681 students in Bismarck, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bismarck, AR are Bismarck Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bismarck have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bismarck, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bismarck Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Gr: K-4 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bismarck Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Gr: 5-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bismarck, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bismarck, AR include Bismarck Elementary School and Bismarck Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bismarck?
2 public elementary schools are located in Bismarck.
What is the racial composition of students in Bismarck?
Bismarck public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Bismarck are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Bismarck include: Bismarck Middle School vs. Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck Elementary School vs. Bismarck Middle School
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