For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 585 students in 72840, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72840, AR are Westside Elementary School and Westside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72840 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72840, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72840, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
193 School St.
Hartman, AR 72840
(479) 497-1088
Hartman, AR 72840
(479) 497-1088
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Westside High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 N. Hwy. 164
Hartman, AR 72840
(479) 497-1171
Hartman, AR 72840
(479) 497-1171
Gr: 6-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72840, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72840, AR include Westside Elementary School and Westside High School.
How many public schools are located in 72840?
2 public schools are located in 72840.
What is the racial composition of students in 72840?
72840 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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