For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,213 students in 72335, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72335, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72335, AR are Lincoln Academy, Stewart Elementary School and Forrest City Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72335 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72335, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72335, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
616 W Broadway Ave
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 261-1810
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 261-1810
Grades: 6
| 152 students
Rank: #22.
Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
625 Irving St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1365
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1365
Grades: 3-5
| 464 students
Rank: #33.
Forrest City Jr. High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1133 N Division St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-3230
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-3230
Grades: 7-8
| 292 students
Rank: #44.
Forrest City High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
467 Victoria St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1464
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1464
Grades: 9-12
| 615 students
Rank: n/an/a
801 Deaderick Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-2141
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-2141
Grades: PK-2
| 690 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Arkansas Career Center
Vocational School
1700 New Castle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
72335, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Forrest City College Preparatory School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
637 S Washington
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
Grades: 5-8
| 95 students
2505 Sycamore Street
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72335, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72335, AR include Lincoln Academy, Stewart Elementary School and Forrest City Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 72335, AR?
6 public schools are located in 72335, AR.
What percentage of students in 72335, AR go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72335, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72335, AR?
72335, AR public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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