For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 219 students in 72917, AR.
The top-ranked public school in 72917, AR is Future School Of Fort Smith. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72917 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72917, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72917, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Future School Of Fort Smith
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
622 N 7th St
Fort Smith, AR 72917
(479) 431-8695
Fort Smith, AR 72917
(479) 431-8695
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72917, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72917, AR include Future School Of Fort Smith.
How many public schools are located in 72917?
1 public schools are located in 72917.
What is the racial composition of students in 72917?
72917 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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