For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 675 students in 72112, AR.
The top ranked public preschool in 72112, AR is Newport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 72112 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72112, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72112, AR Public Preschools (2025)
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 Blvd
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
72112, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 North Pecan St
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Gr: PK-3
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Gr: 4-6
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Gr: 7-8 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 72112, AR?
The top ranked public preschools in 72112, AR include Newport Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72112?
1 public preschools are located in 72112.
What is the racial composition of students in 72112?
72112 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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