For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,046 students in 71654, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71654, AR are Mcgehee Elementary School, Conner Middle School and Mcgehee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71654 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71654, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71654, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcgehee Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 Oak St
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Gr: K-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Conner Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2009 East Ash Street
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Mcgehee High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1902 E Ash St
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71654, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71654, AR include Mcgehee Elementary School, Conner Middle School and Mcgehee High School.
How many public schools are located in 71654?
3 public schools are located in 71654.
What is the racial composition of students in 71654?
71654 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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