For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 980 students in 72638, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR are Green Forest Elementary School and Green Forest Intermed School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72638 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72638, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72638, AR Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Forest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 School Dr
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5205
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5205
Grades: PK-3
| 468 students
Rank: #22.
Green Forest Intermed School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Tulip Court
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5129
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5129
Grades: 4-8
| 512 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR include Green Forest Elementary School and Green Forest Intermed School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72638, AR?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72638, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in 72638, AR?
72638, AR public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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