For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 213 students in 72742, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72742, AR are Kingston High School and Kingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72742 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72742, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72742, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 School St
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: 7-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 School St
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: K-6 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72742, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72742, AR include Kingston High School and Kingston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72742?
2 public schools are located in 72742.
What is the racial composition of students in 72742?
72742 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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