For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 185 students in 72644, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72644, AR is Lead Hill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72644 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72644, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72644, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lead Hill High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6966 Milum Drive
Lead Hill, AR 72644
(870) 436-0506
Lead Hill, AR 72644
(870) 436-0506
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72644, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72644, AR include Lead Hill High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72644?
1 public middle schools are located in 72644.
What is the racial composition of students in 72644?
72644 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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