For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,994 students in 72653, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72653, AR are Pinkston Middle School and Hackler Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72653 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72653, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72653, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinkston Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 South College
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Gr: 6-7 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Hackler Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1310 Post Oak Road
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1288
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1288
Gr: 3-5 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Guy Berry College And Career Academy
Charter School
500 Bomber Blvd.
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
618 North College
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1251
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1251
Gr: 1-2 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72653, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72653, AR include Pinkston Middle School and Hackler Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72653?
4 public elementary schools are located in 72653.
What is the racial composition of students in 72653?
72653 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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