For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 695 students in Hector, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Hector, AR are Hector Elementary School and Hector High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hector, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Hector have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hector, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hector Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11529 Sr 27
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3586
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3586
Gr: PK-4 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Hector High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11601 Sr 27
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
11601 Sr 27
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Gr: 5-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hector, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Hector, AR include Hector Elementary School and Hector High School.
How many public schools are located in Hector?
3 public schools are located in Hector.
What is the racial composition of students in Hector?
Hector public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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