For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,115 students in 72744, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72744, AR are Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72744 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72744, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72744, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
613 County Ave
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Gr: PK-3 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
107 E School St
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Gr: 4-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1392 E Pridemore Dr
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-7450
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-7450
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
72744, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
611 Ep Rothrock Dr
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Gr: K-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
201 East School St
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Lincoln, AR 72744
(479) 824-3010
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72744, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72744, AR include Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Lincoln High School.
How many public schools are located in 72744?
3 public schools are located in 72744.
What is the racial composition of students in 72744?
72744 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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