For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 184 students in 72852, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72852, AR are Oark Elementary School and Oark High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72852 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72852, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72852, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oark Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
370 Hwy 215
Oark, AR 72852
(479) 292-3353
Oark, AR 72852
(479) 292-3353
Gr: PK-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Oark High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
370 Hwy 215
Oark, AR 72852
(479) 292-3353
Oark, AR 72852
(479) 292-3353
Gr: 7-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72852, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72852, AR include Oark Elementary School and Oark High School.
How many public schools are located in 72852?
2 public schools are located in 72852.
What is the racial composition of students in 72852?
72852 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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