For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 605 students in 72517, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72517, AR are Izard Co. Cons. Elem. School, Izard County Cons Middle School and Izard Co. Cons. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72517 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72517, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72517, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Izard Co. Cons. Elem. School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Hwy 56 W And Co Rd 25
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 322-7229
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 322-7229
Gr: K-4 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Izard County Cons Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5068 N Ar 9
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 258-3142
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 258-3142
Gr: 5-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Izard Co. Cons. High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5068 N Ar 9
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 258-7788
Brockwell, AR 72517
(870) 258-7788
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72517, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72517, AR include Izard Co. Cons. Elem. School, Izard County Cons Middle School and Izard Co. Cons. High School.
How many public schools are located in 72517?
3 public schools are located in 72517.
What is the racial composition of students in 72517?
72517 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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