For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 133 students in 71961, AR.
The top-ranked public school in 71961, AR is Oden Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71961 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71961, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71961, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oden Schools
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 School Drive
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Gr: K-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
71961, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
135 School Dr
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
135 School Dr
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Oden, AR 71961
(870) 326-4311
Gr: K-6 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71961, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71961, AR include Oden Schools.
How many public schools are located in 71961?
1 public schools are located in 71961.
What is the racial composition of students in 71961?
71961 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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