For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 402 students in 72061, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72061, AR are Guy-perkins Elementary School and Guy-perkins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72061 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72061, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72061, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Guy-perkins Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
492 Highway 25 North
Guy, AR 72061
(501) 679-3509
Guy, AR 72061
(501) 679-3509
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Guy-perkins High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
492 Highway 25 North
Guy, AR 72061
(501) 679-3507
Guy, AR 72061
(501) 679-3507
Gr: 7-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72061, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72061, AR include Guy-perkins Elementary School and Guy-perkins High School.
How many public schools are located in 72061?
2 public schools are located in 72061.
What is the racial composition of students in 72061?
72061 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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