For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 162 students in 72722, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72722, AR is Decatur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72722 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72722, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72722, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72722, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72722, AR include Decatur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72722?
1 public middle schools are located in 72722.
What is the racial composition of students in 72722?
72722 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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