For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,188 students in Gentry, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gentry, 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.
Gentry, AR public elementary schools 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 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gentry have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gentry, AR (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 | 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: 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 elementary schools in Gentry, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gentry, AR include Gentry Middle School and Gentry Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gentry?
3 public elementary schools are located in Gentry.
What is the racial composition of students in Gentry?
Gentry public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Gentry are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Gentry include: Gentry Primary School vs. Gentry Intermediate School, Gentry Intermediate School vs. Gentry Primary School
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