For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,226 students in 72032, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,308 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 72032, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72032, AR are Theodore Jones Elementary School, Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School and Vilonia Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72032 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72032, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72032, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Theodore Jones Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Freyaldenhoven Ln
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-6645
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-6645
Gr: K-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 E Siebenmorgen Dr
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 513-6120
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 513-6120
Gr: 5-7 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Vilonia Primary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4 Bane Lane
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 796-2018
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 796-2018
Gr: K-3 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Bob Courtway Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 Bob Courtway Dr
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4832
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4832
Gr: 5-7 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Preston & Florence Mattison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Florence Mattison Drive
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4820
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4820
Gr: K-4 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Conway Area Career Center
Vocational School
2300 Prince St
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4888
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 450-4888
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72032, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72032, AR include Theodore Jones Elementary School, Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School and Vilonia Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 72032?
6 public schools are located in 72032.
What percentage of students in 72032 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 72032 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72032?
72032 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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