Top 3 Best 72437 Arkansas Public Schools (2023)

For the 2023 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,031 students in 72437, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72437, AR are Riverside West Elementary School, Buffalo Is. Central East Elementary School and Riverside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72437 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72437, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best 72437, AR Public Schools (2023)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside West Elementary School
Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2001 Hwy 18
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 237-8222
Grades: PK-6
| 255 students
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Is. Central East Elementary School
Math: 54% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1100 Nelson St
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 539-6448
Grades: PK-6
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Riverside High School
Math: 27% | Reading: 40%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
601 Catfish Dr
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 237-4328
Grades: 7-12
| 358 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72437, AR?
How many public schools are located in 72437, AR?

3 public schools are located in 72437, AR.

What is the racial composition of students in 72437, AR?

72437, AR minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).

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