Best 71956 Arkansas Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 320 students in 71956, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 71956, AR is Mountain Pine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71956 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71956, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 71956, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Pine Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
690 Blakely Dam Road
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
(501) 767-1540
Gr: PK-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71956, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71956, AR include Mountain Pine Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71956?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71956.
What is the racial composition of students in 71956?
71956 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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