For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,605 students in 72404, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72404, AR are Valley View Intermediate School, Westside Middle School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72404 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72404, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72404, AR Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 72404, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72404, AR include Valley View Intermediate School, Westside Middle School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72404?
6 public elementary schools are located in 72404.
What is the racial composition of students in 72404?
72404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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