For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 175 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 3/10, 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 72852, AR Public Schools (2025)
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) 292-3337
Oark, AR 72852
(479) 292-3337
Gr: K-6 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 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 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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