For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in Melbourne, AR.
The top ranked public school in Melbourne, AR is Melbourne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melbourne, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Melbourne have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Melbourne, AR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Melbourne Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
303 School Dr
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Grades: PK-6
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ozarka College Technical Center
Vocational School
218 College Drive
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-7371
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-7371
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Melbourne, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2270 Lacrosse Rd
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Grades: 7-12
| 404 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Melbourne, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Melbourne, AR include Melbourne Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Melbourne, AR?
2 public schools are located in Melbourne, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in Melbourne, AR?
Melbourne, AR public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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