For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,337 students in 72401, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR are International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72401 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72401, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72401, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
International Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1218 Cobb St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Grades: 1-6
| 622 students
Rank: #22.
Visual & Performing Art Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1804 Hillcrest Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Grades: 1-6
| 716 students
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Steam Intermediate
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2219 Thorn Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Grades: 3-6
| 330 students
Rank: #44.
Health/wellness Envi Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Rosemond Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Grades: 1-6
| 651 students
Rank: #55.
University Heights School Of Medical Arts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Aggie Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
Grades: 3-6
| 398 students
Rank: #66.
Math & Science Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
213 E Thomas Green Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Grades: 1-6
| 516 students
Rank: #77.
Leadership Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1110 W Washington Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Grades: 1-6
| 495 students
Rank: n/an/a
2305 Vera
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Grades: PK-2
| 196 students
Rank: n/an/a
300 Bowling Ln
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Grades: PK-2
| 413 students
72401, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Jonesboro Vocational Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1727 S Main St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Raider Open Door Academy Charter (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4109 Race Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Grades: 4-7
| 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR include International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72401?
9 public elementary schools are located in 72401.
What is the racial composition of students in 72401?
72401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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