For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 695 students in 72324, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72324, AR are Cross County Ele Tech Academy and Cross Cnty High 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 51% (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 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72324, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cross County Ele 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
Grades: K-6
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Cross Cnty High A New Tech School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21 County Rd 215
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Grades: 7-12
| 312 students
72324, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 300
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Grades: K-6
| 147 students
21 County Rd 215
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Grades: 7-12
| 322 students
3211 Hwy 42
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Grades: 4-6
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72324, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72324, AR include Cross County Ele Tech Academy and Cross Cnty High 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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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