For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 456 students in 72455, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72455, AR is Pocahontas Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72455 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72455, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72455, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2405 North Park Street
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: 7-9 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72455, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72455, AR include Pocahontas Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72455?
1 public middle schools are located in 72455.
What is the racial composition of students in 72455?
72455 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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