For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 365 students in 71743, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71743, AR is Cabe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71743 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 71743, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 71743, AR Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Go-devil Road
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4454
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4454
Gr: PK-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
71743, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7780 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gr: 5-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71743, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71743, AR include Cabe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71743?
1 public preschools are located in 71743.
What is the racial composition of students in 71743?
71743 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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