Top 5 Best 72904 Arkansas Public Schools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,045 students in 72904, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 287 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 72904, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Dora Kimmons Junior High School and Sunnymede Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spradling Elementary School
Math: 31% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Spradling Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Grades: PK-6
| 375 students
Rank: #22.
Dora Kimmons Junior High School
Math: 22% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2201 N 50th St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Grades: 7-9
| 859 students
Rank: #33.
Sunnymede Elementary School
Math: 23% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4201 North O St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Grades: PK-6
| 591 students
Rank: #44.
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Newlon Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Grades: PK-6
| 317 students
Rank: #55.
Trusty Elementary School
Math: 22% | Reading: 18%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Harris Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Grades: K-6
| 338 students
Rank: #66.
Sutton Elementary School
Math: 21% | Reading: 21%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Kelley Hwy
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Grades: PK-6
| 565 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72904, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Dora Kimmons Junior High School and Sunnymede Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72904, AR?
6 public schools are located in 72904, AR.
What percentage of students in 72904, AR go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 72904, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72904, AR?
72904, AR minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).
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