For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 198 students in 72342, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72342, AR is Kippdelta College Prep School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72342 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72342, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72342, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kippdelta College Prep School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
215 Cherry St
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
72342, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Gr: K-6 | 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72342, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72342, AR include Kippdelta College Prep School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72342?
1 public middle schools are located in 72342.
What is the racial composition of students in 72342?
72342 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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