For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,558 students in 72543, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 47 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 72543, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72543, AR are Heber Springs Middle School, Heber Springs Elem. School and Heber Springs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72543 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72543, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 72543, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heber Springs Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
602 Case St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Grades: 6-8
| 391 students
Rank: #22.
Heber Springs Elem. School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Front
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Grades: K-5
| 689 students
Rank: #33.
Heber Springs High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W Pine St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-3141
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-3141
Grades: 9-12
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72543, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72543, AR include Heber Springs Middle School, Heber Springs Elem. School and Heber Springs High School.
How many public schools are located in 72543?
3 public schools are located in 72543.
What percentage of students in 72543 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 72543 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72543?
72543 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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