For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 406 students in Kirby, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Kirby, AR are Kirby Elementary School and Kirby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kirby, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Kirby have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kirby, AR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kirby Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2614 Hwy 27 N
Kirby, AR 71950
(501) 398-4213
Kirby, AR 71950
(501) 398-4213
Grades: PK-6
| 223 students
Rank: #22.
Kirby High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2614 Hwy 27 N
Kirby, AR 71950
(501) 398-4211
Kirby, AR 71950
(501) 398-4211
Grades: 7-12
| 183 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kirby, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Kirby, AR include Kirby Elementary School and Kirby High School.
How many public schools are located in Kirby, AR?
2 public schools are located in Kirby, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in Kirby, AR?
Kirby, AR public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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