For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 613 students in 72722, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72722, AR are Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72722 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72722, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72722, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Northside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9083 Mt. Olive Rd
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Gr: PK-4 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave.
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Gr: 5-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Decatur High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave.
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 321-5780
Gr: 9-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72722, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72722, AR include Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School.
How many public schools are located in 72722?
3 public schools are located in 72722.
What is the racial composition of students in 72722?
72722 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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