For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,795 students in 72703, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR are Vandergriff Elementary School, Mcnair Middle School and Butterfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72703 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72703, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72703, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vandergriff Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2900 N Salem Road
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3600
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3600
Gr: K-4 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Mcnair Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3030 East Mission Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3660
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3660
Gr: 5-6 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Butterfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3050 Old Missouri Road
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 444-3081
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 444-3081
Gr: PK-4 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR include Vandergriff Elementary School, Mcnair Middle School and Butterfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72703?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72703.
What is the racial composition of students in 72703?
72703 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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