For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 375 students in 72521, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72521, AR is 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 high school in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72521 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72521, AR Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
711 N. Main
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-3333
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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 high schools in 72521, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72521, AR include Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School.
How many public high schools are located in 72521?
1 public high schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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