For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 730 students in 72324, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72324, AR are Cross County Elementary Tech Academy and Cross County High School A New Tech School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72324 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72324, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72324, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2622 Hwy 42
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Gr: PK-6 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cross County High School A New Tech School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21 Cr 215
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Gr: 7-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
72324, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 300
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Gr: K-6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
21 County Rd 215
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Gr: 7-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
3211 Hwy 42
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Gr: 4-6 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72324, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72324, AR include Cross County Elementary Tech Academy and Cross County High School A New Tech School.
How many public schools are located in 72324?
2 public schools are located in 72324.
What is the racial composition of students in 72324?
72324 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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