For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,323 students in 72727, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72727, AR are Elkins Middle School, Elkins Elementary School and Elkins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72727 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72727, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72727, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elkins Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Grades: 6-8
| 319 students
Rank: #22.
Elkins Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Grades: 3-5
| 326 students
Rank: #33.
Elkins High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3381
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3381
Grades: 9-12
| 381 students
Rank: n/an/a
476 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Grades: PK-2
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72727, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72727, AR include Elkins Middle School, Elkins Elementary School and Elkins High School.
How many public schools are located in 72727, AR?
4 public schools are located in 72727, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in 72727, AR?
72727, AR public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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