For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,927 students in 72653, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 125 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 72653, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72653, AR are Pinkston Middle School, Hackler Intermediate School and Mountain Home Career Academies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72653 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72653, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72653, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pinkston Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 S College St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Grades: 6-7
| 603 students
Rank: #22.
Hackler Intermediate School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
965 West Rd
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1288
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1288
Grades: 3-5
| 847 students
Rank: #33.
Mountain Home Career Academies
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Bomber Blvd
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Grades: 8-12
| 1,593 students
Rank: n/an/a
Asu - Mountain Home Career Center
Vocational School
1600 South College St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1310 Post Oak Rd
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1256
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1256
Grades: PK-K
| 315 students
Rank: n/an/a
618 N College St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1251
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1251
Grades: 1-2
| 569 students
72653, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1001 Main St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Grades: 4
| n/a students
2301 Rodeo Dr
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Grades: 8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72653, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72653, AR include Pinkston Middle School, Hackler Intermediate School and Mountain Home Career Academies.
How many public schools are located in 72653, AR?
6 public schools are located in 72653, AR.
What percentage of students in 72653, AR go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 72653, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72653, AR?
72653, AR public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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