For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 72521, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR are Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory and Cave City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72521, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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
Gr: K-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
72521, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 600
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Gr: 7-12 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Gr: 5-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR include Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory and Cave City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72521?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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