For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,193 students in 72846, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72846, AR are Lamar Middle School, Lamar Elementary School and Lamar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72846 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72846, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 72846, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Gr: 6-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Gr: K-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Lamar High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3344
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72846, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72846, AR include Lamar Middle School, Lamar Elementary School and Lamar High School.
How many public schools are located in 72846?
3 public schools are located in 72846.
What is the racial composition of students in 72846?
72846 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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