For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 701 students in 72417, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72417, AR is Brookland Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72417 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72417, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72417, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookland Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 W School
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Gr: 7-9 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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 middle schools in 72417, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72417, AR include Brookland Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72417?
1 public middle schools are located in 72417.
What is the racial composition of students in 72417?
72417 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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