For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,166 students in 72521, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72521, AR are Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory, Cave City Elementary School and Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72521, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 6-8
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Cave City Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5393
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5393
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
Rank: #33.
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
620 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 9-12
| 359 students
72521, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 600
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 7-12
| 479 students
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Grades: 5-6
| 210 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72521, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72521, AR include Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory, Cave City Elementary School and Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 72521?
3 public schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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