For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,107 students in Fouke, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Fouke, AR are Paulette Smith Middle School, Fouke High School and Fouke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fouke, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Fouke have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fouke, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulette Smith Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
370 East Red Cut Road
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-2304
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-2304
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Fouke High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
370 East Red Cut Road
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4551
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4551
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Fouke Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
370 East Red Cut Road
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4165
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4165
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fouke, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Fouke, AR include Paulette Smith Middle School, Fouke High School and Fouke Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fouke?
3 public schools are located in Fouke.
What is the racial composition of students in Fouke?
Fouke public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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