For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,000 students in 72112, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72112, AR are Newport Elementary School and Newport High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72112 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72112, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72112, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newport Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Commerce Drive
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1311
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1311
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Newport High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Gr: 6-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: n/an/a
406 Wilkerson Drive
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1311
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1311
Gr: 6-7 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72112, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72112, AR include Newport Elementary School and Newport High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72112?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72112.
What is the racial composition of students in 72112?
72112 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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