For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,786 students in 71852, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 71852, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71852, AR are Nashville Primary School, Nashville Elementary School and Nashville Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71852 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71852, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71852, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nashville Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 North Eighth St.
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3510
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3510
Gr: K-3 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Nashville Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Immanuel St.
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3262
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3262
Gr: 4-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Nashville Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 North Eighth St.
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3418
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3418
Gr: 7-9 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Nashville High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Mt. Pleasant Dr.
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3261
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3261
Gr: 10-12 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71852, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71852, AR include Nashville Primary School, Nashville Elementary School and Nashville Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 71852?
4 public schools are located in 71852.
What percentage of students in 71852 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 71852 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71852?
71852 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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