For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 568 students in 72335, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72335, AR is Forrest City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72335 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72335, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72335 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Forrest City High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72335, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forrest City High School
(Math: 4% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
East Arkansas Secondary Career Center
Vocational School
1700 New Castle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Gr: 9-12
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 high schools in 72335, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72335, AR include Forrest City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72335?
2 public high schools are located in 72335.
What is the racial composition of students in 72335?
72335 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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