For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,746 students in 72601, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 128 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72601, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72601, AR are Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72601 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72601, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72601, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrison Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Gr: 5-8 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Skyline Heights Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1120 W Holt Ave
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Gr: 1-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Forest Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1124 So Tamarind St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Gr: 1-4 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Harrison High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
925 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Gr: 9-12 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
500 N Chestnut
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Gr: K | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
72601, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 No Chestnut St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Gr: K-4
515 So Pine St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Gr: 7-9 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
520 E Womack St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Gr: K-4 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72601, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72601, AR include Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72601?
5 public schools are located in 72601.
What percentage of students in 72601 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72601 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72601?
72601 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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