For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,871 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71852, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
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 N Eighth St
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3510
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3510
Gr: K-3 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Nashville Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 N Eighth St
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3418
Nashville, AR 71852
(870) 845-3418
Gr: 7-9 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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