Best 72734 Arkansas Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,670 students in 72734, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 234 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 72734, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72734, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 72734 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 72734, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72734, AR Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gentry Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1265 Pioneer Ln
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2251
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Gentry Intermediate School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
302 W 2nd St
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gr: 3-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Gentry High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1155 Pioneer Lane
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2666
Gr: 9-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Gentry Primary School
1295 Pioneer Ln
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gr: K-2 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 72734, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72734, AR include Gentry Middle School, Gentry Intermediate School and Gentry High School.
How many public schools are located in 72734?
4 public schools are located in 72734.
What percentage of students in 72734 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 72734 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72734?
72734 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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