For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 482 students in 71836, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71836, AR are Oscar Hamilton Elementary School and Foreman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71836 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71836, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71836, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 W 10 Ave
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7214
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7214
Gr: K-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Foreman High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Rocky Comfort Rd
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7212
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7212
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71836, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71836, AR include Oscar Hamilton Elementary School and Foreman High School.
How many public schools are located in 71836?
2 public schools are located in 71836.
What is the racial composition of students in 71836?
71836 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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