Best 72335 Arkansas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,128 students in 72335, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 149 private students). 93% 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, Forrest City Jr. High School and Stewart Elementary 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 19% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72335, AR Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
616 W Broadway Ave
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 261-1810
Gr: 6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Forrest City Jr. High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1133 N Division St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-3230
Gr: 7-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
625 Irving St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1365
Gr: 3-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Forrest City High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
467 Victoria St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1464
Gr: 9-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Deaderick Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-2141
Gr: PK-2 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
East Arkansas Secondary Career Center
Vocational School
1700 New Castle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 72335 Arkansas

72335, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
637 S Washington
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
Gr: 5-8 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
2505 Sycamore Street
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 72335, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72335, AR include Lincoln Academy, Forrest City Jr. High School and Stewart Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72335?
6 public schools are located in 72335.
What percentage of students in 72335 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 72335 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72335?
72335 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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