For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 759 students in 71653, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71653, AR are Lakeside Middle School, Lakeside Elementary School and Lakeside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71653 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71653, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71653, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 South Lakeshore Drive
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2970
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2970
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 South Lakeshore Drive
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2906
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2906
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1110 South Lakeshore Drive
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2232
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2232
Gr: 9-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
71653, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1110 South Lakeshore
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-5402
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-5402
Gr: PK-2 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71653, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71653, AR include Lakeside Middle School, Lakeside Elementary School and Lakeside High School.
How many public schools are located in 71653?
3 public schools are located in 71653.
What is the racial composition of students in 71653?
71653 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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