For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 556 students in Lavaca, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lavaca, AR are Lavaca Middle School and Lavaca Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lavaca, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lavaca have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lavaca, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lavaca Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
603 S Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 377-1234
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 377-1234
Gr: 5-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Lavaca Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S. Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 377-1232
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 377-1232
Gr: PK-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lavaca, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lavaca, AR include Lavaca Middle School and Lavaca Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lavaca?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lavaca.
What is the racial composition of students in Lavaca?
Lavaca public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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