For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 556 students in Branch, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Branch, AR are County Line Elementary School and County Line High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Branch, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Branch have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Branch, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
County Line Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12092 W State Highway 22
Branch, AR 72928
(479) 635-4701
Branch, AR 72928
(479) 635-4701
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
County Line High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12092 W. State Highway 22
Branch, AR 72928
(479) 635-2441
Branch, AR 72928
(479) 635-2441
Gr: 7-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Branch, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Branch, AR include County Line Elementary School and County Line High School.
How many public schools are located in Branch?
2 public schools are located in Branch.
What is the racial composition of students in Branch?
Branch public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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