For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,603 students in 72086, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72086, AR are Lonoke Middle School, Lonoke Elementary School and Lonoke High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72086 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72086, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72086, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lonoke Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 W Palm St
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6670
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6670
Grades: 6-8
| 359 students
Rank: #22.
Lonoke Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 W Palm St
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6740
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6740
Grades: 3-5
| 349 students
Rank: #33.
Lonoke High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 W Academy St
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-2476
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-2476
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Rank: n/an/a
800 Lincoln St
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-3839
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-3839
Grades: PK-2
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72086, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72086, AR include Lonoke Middle School, Lonoke Elementary School and Lonoke High School.
How many public schools are located in 72086?
4 public schools are located in 72086.
What is the racial composition of students in 72086?
72086 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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