For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,484 students in 72736, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72736, AR are Gravette Middle School and Gravette Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72736 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72736, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72736, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gravette Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
607 Dallas St Se
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4100
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Gravette Upper Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 8th Ave Se
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4140
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4140
Gr: 3-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
601 El Paso St Se
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4100
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-4100
Gr: PK-2 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72736, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72736, AR include Gravette Middle School and Gravette Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72736?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72736.
What is the racial composition of students in 72736?
72736 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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