For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,591 students in 72653, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72653, AR is Mountain Home Career Academies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72653 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72653, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72653 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mountain Home Career Academies, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72653, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Home Career Academies
Charter School
(Math: 33% | 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
Gr: 8-12 | 1,517 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Arkansas State University-mountain Home Career Center
Vocational School
1600 South College St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Guy Berry College And Career Academy
Charter School
1001 South Main Street
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Gr: 6-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
72653, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2301 Rodeo Dr
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Gr: 8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72653, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72653, AR include Mountain Home Career Academies.
How many public high schools are located in 72653?
3 public high schools are located in 72653.
What is the racial composition of students in 72653?
72653 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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