For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 328 students in 71842, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71842, AR is Horatio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71842 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71842, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71842, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horatio High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Gr: 7-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71842, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71842, AR include Horatio High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71842?
1 public middle schools are located in 71842.
What is the racial composition of students in 71842?
71842 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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