For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 658 students in Des Arc, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR are Des Arc Elementary School and Des Arc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Des Arc, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Des Arc have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Des Arc, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Arc Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2100 Hickory Street
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Gr: PK-6 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Des Arc High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Main Street
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4166
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4166
Gr: 7-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR include Des Arc Elementary School and Des Arc High School.
How many public schools are located in Desc?
2 public schools are located in Desc.
What is the racial composition of students in Desc?
Desc public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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