For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,777 students in 72404, AR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR are Valley View Junior High School, Westside Middle School and Westside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72404 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72404, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72404, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley View Junior High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2118 Valley View Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 932-3737
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 932-3737
Grades: 7-9
| 689 students
Rank: #22.
Westside Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Hwy 91 W
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 972-5622
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 972-5622
Grades: 5-7
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Westside High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1630 Hwy 91 W
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Grades: 8-12
| 694 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR include Valley View Junior High School, Westside Middle School and Westside High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72404?
3 public middle schools are located in 72404.
What is the racial composition of students in 72404?
72404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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