For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,753 students in Gentry, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 234 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Gentry, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Gentry, AR are Gentry Middle School, Gentry Intermediate School and Gentry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gentry, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Gentry have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gentry, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gentry Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1265 Pioneer Ln.
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2251
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2251
Gr: 6-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Gentry Intermediate School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
302 W Second St.
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gr: 3-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Gentry High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1295 Pioneer Lane
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2666
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2666
Gr: 9-12 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
1295 Pioneer Lane
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2380
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2380
Gr: K-2 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gentry, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Gentry, AR include Gentry Middle School, Gentry Intermediate School and Gentry High School.
How many public schools are located in Gentry?
4 public schools are located in Gentry.
What percentage of students in Gentry go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Gentry are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Gentry?
Gentry public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Gentry are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Gentry include: Gentry Primary School vs. Gentry Intermediate School, Gentry Intermediate School vs. Gentry Primary School
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