For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 321 students in 71742, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71742, AR is Fordyce High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71742 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 71742, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71742, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fordyce High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Three Redbug Bus Loop
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2126
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2126
Gr: 7-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71742, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71742, AR include Fordyce High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71742?
1 public middle schools are located in 71742.
What is the racial composition of students in 71742?
71742 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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