For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,132 students in 72734, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72734, AR are Gentry Middle School and Gentry Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72734 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72734, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72734, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Gentry Intermediate School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
302 W 2nd St
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
Gr: 3-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
1295 Pioneer Ln
Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-2252
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 elementary schools in 72734, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72734, AR include Gentry Middle School and Gentry Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72734?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72734.
What is the racial composition of students in 72734?
72734 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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