For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,202 students in 71901, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71901, AR are Lakeside Intermediate School, Lakeside Middle School and Fountain Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71901 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71901, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71901, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Intermediate School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2855 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Gr: 2-4 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2923 Malvern Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Gr: 5-6 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Fountain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1708
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1708
Gr: PK-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Cutter-morning Star Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Spring Street
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Chestnut
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
2841 Malvern
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Gr: PK-1 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
71901, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5655
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5655
Gr: 5-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71901, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71901, AR include Lakeside Intermediate School, Lakeside Middle School and Fountain Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71901?
6 public elementary schools are located in 71901.
What is the racial composition of students in 71901?
71901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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