For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,439 students in 72903, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 485 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 72903, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72903, AR are John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72903 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72903, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72903, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John P. Woods Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3201 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
L. A. Chaffin Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3025 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Rank: #33.
Euper Lane Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6601 Euper Ln
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Rank: #44.
Bonneville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 S Waldron Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #55.
Southside High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 Gary St
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-7371
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-7371
Grades: 9-12
| 1,794 students
Rank: #66.
Raymond F. Orr Elem. School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3609 Phoenix St
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #77.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Park Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72903, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72903, AR include John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72903, AR?
7 public schools are located in 72903, AR.
What percentage of students in 72903, AR go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 72903, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72903, AR?
72903, AR public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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