Best Cotter Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 677 students in Cotter, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Cotter, AR are Amanda Gist Elementary School and Cotter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cotter, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Cotter have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Cotter, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amanda Gist Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
152 Lucille St
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6655
Gr: K-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Cotter High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
198 Melba Ave
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6171
Gr: 7-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Cotter, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Cotter, AR include Amanda Gist Elementary School and Cotter High School.
How many public schools are located in Cotter?
2 public schools are located in Cotter.
What is the racial composition of students in Cotter?
Cotter public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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