Top 3 Best 72908 Arkansas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,066 students in 72908, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 72908, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72908, AR are Elmer H. Cook Elementary School, Cavanaugh Elementary School and Beard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72908 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72908, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72908, AR Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School
Math: 64% | Reading: 53%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3517 Brooken Hill Dr
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-8880
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
Cavanaugh Elementary School
Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1025 School St
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-1131
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: #33.
Beard Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1600 Cavanaugh Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-0834
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72908, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72908, AR include Elmer H. Cook Elementary School, Cavanaugh Elementary School and Beard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72908, AR?
3 public schools are located in 72908, AR.
What percentage of students in 72908, AR go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 72908, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72908, AR?
72908, AR public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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