For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 682 students in 71749, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71749, AR are Junction City Elem. School and Junction City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71749 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71749, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71749, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elem. School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Holly Rd
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4578
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4578
Gr: K-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Junction City High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 N Elm Rd
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4576
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 924-4576
Gr: 7-12 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71749, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71749, AR include Junction City Elem. School and Junction City High School.
How many public schools are located in 71749?
2 public schools are located in 71749.
What is the racial composition of students in 71749?
71749 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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