For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 378 students in 72372, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72372, AR is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72372 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72372, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72372, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7950 Hwy. 70 West
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Gr: 7-12 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72372, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72372, AR include Palestine-wheatley Senior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72372?
1 public middle schools are located in 72372.
What is the racial composition of students in 72372?
72372 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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