For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,342 students in 72701, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 450 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72701, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72701, AR are Root Elementary School, Happy Hollow Elementary School and Asbell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72701 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72701, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72701, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Root Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1529 Mission Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3075
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3075
Gr: K-4 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Happy Hollow Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2175 East Peppervine Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3085
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3085
Gr: PK-4 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Asbell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 N Sang
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3080
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3080
Gr: PK-4 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Fayetteville High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
994 W Martin Luther King Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3050
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 2,588 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
425 N Highland Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3073
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3073
Gr: K-4 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Ramay Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S Sang
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3064
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3064
Gr: 7-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Agee Lierly Life Preparation Services School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Old Farmington Raod
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3083
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3083
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Northwest Techical Institute Secondary Career Center
Vocational School
2350 W Old Farmington Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3058
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 444-3058
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72701, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72701, AR include Root Elementary School, Happy Hollow Elementary School and Asbell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72701?
9 public schools are located in 72701.
What percentage of students in 72701 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72701 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72701?
72701 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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