For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 389 students in 71909, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 103 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 71909, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 71909, AR is Fountain Lake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71909 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71909, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71909, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Lake Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4207 Park Avenue
Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
(501) 701-1700
Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
(501) 701-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71909, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71909, AR include Fountain Lake Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 71909?
1 public schools are located in 71909.
What percentage of students in 71909 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 71909 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71909?
71909 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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