For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 356 students in 71749, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 71749, AR is Junction City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71749 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71749, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71749, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 West Holly Street
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 899-4043
Junction City, AR 71749
(870) 899-4043
Gr: K-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71749, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71749, AR include Junction City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71749?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71749.
What is the racial composition of students in 71749?
71749 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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