For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,874 students in 71655, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 71655, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71655, AR are Monticello Intermediate School, Monticello Middle School and Drew Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71655 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71655, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71655, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monticello Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
280 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4030
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4030
Gr: 3-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
212 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4040
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4040
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Drew Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6893
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6893
Gr: PK-4 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Monticello High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
390 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4050
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4050
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Drew Central Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-5235
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-5235
Gr: 5-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Drew Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6076
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6076
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
745 Old Warren Road
Monticello, AR 71655
(501) 682-1144
Monticello, AR 71655
(501) 682-1144
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
1037 Scogin Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4010
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4010
Gr: PK-2 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Monticello Occupational Education Center
Vocational School
741 Scogin Dr
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4060
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4060
Gr: 9-12
71655, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Arise Charter (Closed 2008)
Charter School
P.o. Box 880
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6600
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6600
Gr: 4-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71655, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71655, AR include Monticello Intermediate School, Monticello Middle School and Drew Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71655?
9 public schools are located in 71655.
What percentage of students in 71655 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 71655 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71655?
71655 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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