For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,626 students in 72404, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 216 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72404, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72404, AR are Valley View Intermediate School, Valley View Junior High School and Valley View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72404 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72404, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72404, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Intermediate School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5404 Yarbrough Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Gr: 3-6 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Valley View Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2118 Valley View Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Gr: 7-9 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Valley View High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2116 Yarbrough Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 932-3737
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 932-3737
Gr: 9-12 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Westside Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Hwy 91 West
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Gr: 5-7 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1834 Hwy 91 West
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Gr: PK-4 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Westside High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1630 Hwy 91 West
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Gr: 8-12 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #77.
Fox Meadow School Of Creative Media
(Math: 25% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2309 Fox Meadow Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 910-7812
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 910-7812
Gr: 3-6 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
2305 Fox Meadow Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 910-7817
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 910-7817
Gr: PK-2 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
5603 Kersey Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-1910
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-1910
Gr: PK-2 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72404, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72404, AR include Valley View Intermediate School, Valley View Junior High School and Valley View High School.
How many public schools are located in 72404?
9 public schools are located in 72404.
What percentage of students in 72404 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72404 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72404?
72404 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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