For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 454 students in Norfork, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Norfork, AR are Norfork Elementary School and Norfork High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norfork, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Norfork have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Norfork, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norfork Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
161 Mildred Simpson Dr
Norfork, AR 72658
(870) 499-7192
Norfork, AR 72658
(870) 499-7192
Gr: K-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Norfork High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
136 Mildred Simpson Dr
Norfork, AR 72658
(870) 499-7191
Norfork, AR 72658
(870) 499-7191
Gr: 7-12 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Norfork, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Norfork, AR include Norfork Elementary School and Norfork High School.
How many public schools are located in Norfork?
2 public schools are located in Norfork.
What is the racial composition of students in Norfork?
Norfork public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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