For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 330 students in 71842, AR.
The top ranked public preschool in 71842, AR is Horatio Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71842 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 71842, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 71842, AR Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horatio Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Gr: PK-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 71842, AR?
The top ranked public preschools in 71842, AR include Horatio Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71842?
1 public preschools are located in 71842.
What is the racial composition of students in 71842?
71842 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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