For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,806 students in 71901, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71901, AR are Lakeside High School, Fountain Lake Charter High School and Cutter-morning Star High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71901 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71901, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71901 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fountain Lake Charter High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71901, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2871 Malvern Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Gr: 8-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Fountain Lake Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4207 Park Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1700
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Cutter-morning Star High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
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: 7-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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 high schools in 71901, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71901, AR include Lakeside High School, Fountain Lake Charter High School and Cutter-morning Star High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71901?
3 public high schools are located in 71901.
What is the racial composition of students in 71901?
71901 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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