Best 72901 Arkansas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,512 students in 72901, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR are Ramsey Middle School and William O. Darby Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72901, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramsey Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3201 Jenny Lind Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Gr: 6-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
William O. Darby Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
616 N 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 72901 Arkansas

72901, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR include Ramsey Middle School and William O. Darby Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72901?
2 public middle schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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