For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,762 students in 72315, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 123 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72315, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72315, AR are Gosnell Elementary School, Gosnell High School and Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72315 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72315, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72315, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gosnell Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Hwy 181
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 532-4003
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 532-4003
Gr: K-6 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Gosnell High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Hwy 181
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 532-4010
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 532-4010
Gr: 7-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Byrum Rd.
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 780-6333
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 780-6333
Gr: 7-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Blytheville Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
216 E Moultrie
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 763-5924
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 763-5924
Gr: 3-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Kipp Blytheville College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Moultrie Dr.
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 776-8833
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 776-8833
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Blytheville High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 N. Tenth Street
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 762-2772
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 762-2772
Gr: 9-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
700 W. Chikasawba Street
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 762-2983
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 762-2983
Gr: 6 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
1103 Byrum Rd
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 763-6916
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 763-6916
Gr: PK-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72315, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72315, AR include Gosnell Elementary School, Gosnell High School and Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School.
How many public schools are located in 72315?
8 public schools are located in 72315.
What percentage of students in 72315 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72315 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72315?
72315 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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