Best 71837 Arkansas Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 269 students in 71837, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 71837, AR is Paulette Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71837 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71837, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 71837, AR Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulette Smith Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
400 Panther Dr
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-2304
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 71837, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 71837, AR include Paulette Smith Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71837?
1 public middle schools are located in 71837.
What is the racial composition of students in 71837?
71837 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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