For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 141 students in 72842, AR.
The top-ranked public school in 72842, AR is Western Yell County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72842 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72842, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72842, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Yell County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Wolverine Drive
Havana, AR 72842
(479) 476-4200
Havana, AR 72842
(479) 476-4200
Gr: 7-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72842, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72842, AR include Western Yell County High School.
How many public schools are located in 72842?
1 public schools are located in 72842.
What is the racial composition of students in 72842?
72842 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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