For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,483 students in 72417, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR are Brookland Elementary School and Brookland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72417 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72417, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72417, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookland Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 N. Oak St.
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Gr: 1-3 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Brookland Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 W. School St.
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Gr: 4-6 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
72417, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 W. School St.
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Gr: 5-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR include Brookland Elementary School and Brookland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72417.
What is the racial composition of students in 72417?
72417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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