Top 10 Best 72401 Arkansas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 9,365 students in 72401, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 350 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72401, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72401, AR are International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72401 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72401, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72401, AR Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
International Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1218 Cobb St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Grades: 1-6
| 614 students
Rank: #22.
Visual & Performing Art Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1804 Hillcrest Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Grades: 1-6
| 692 students
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Steam School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3801 Vera St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Grades: 3-6
| 298 students
Rank: #44.
Annie Camp Jr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1814 W Nettleton Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5820
Grades: 7-9
| 791 students
Rank: #55.
Health/wellness Envi Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 Rosemond Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Grades: 1-6
| 625 students
Rank: #66.
The Academies At Jonesboro High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Hurricane Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5881
Grades: 10-12
| 1,310 students
Rank: #77.
University Heights School Of Medical Arts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3901 Aggie Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
Grades: 3-6
| 361 students
Rank: #88.
Nettleton Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4208 Chieftain Ln
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7819
Grades: 7-8
| 546 students
Rank: #99.
Math & Science Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
213 E Thomas Green Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Grades: K-6
| 550 students
Rank: #1010.
Douglas Macarthur Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1615 Wilkins Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5840
Grades: 7-9
| 755 students
Rank: #1111.
Nettleton High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4201 Chieftain Ln
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Grades: 9-12
| 1,005 students
Rank: #1212.
Microsociety Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 W Washington Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Grades: 1-6
| 469 students
Rank: n/an/a
1307 Flint St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5876
Grades: PK
| 310 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kindergarten Center
618 W Nettleton Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5835
Grades: K
| 534 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Arkansas Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
1727 S Main St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
300 Bowling Ln
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Grades: PK-2
| 505 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 72401 Arkansas

72401, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1727 S Main St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
4109 Race Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Grades: 4-7
| 84 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72401, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72401, AR include International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam School.
How many public schools are located in 72401, AR?
16 public schools are located in 72401, AR.
What percentage of students in 72401, AR go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72401, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72401, AR?
72401, AR public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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