For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,282 students in 72335, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72335, AR are Lincoln Academy and Stewart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72335 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72335, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72335, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Academy
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: 6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 24% | 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
Gr: 3-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Deaderick Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-2141
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-2141
Gr: PK-2 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
72335, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
637 S Washington
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
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
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72335, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72335, AR include Lincoln Academy and Stewart Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72335?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72335.
What is the racial composition of students in 72335?
72335 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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