For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 816 students in 72858, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72858, AR are Pottsville Junior High School and Pottsville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72858 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72858, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72858 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pottsville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72858, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pottsville Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Apache Drive
Pottsville, AR 72858
(479) 968-6574
Pottsville, AR 72858
(479) 968-6574
Gr: 7-9 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Pottsville High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Apache Drive
Pottsville, AR 72858
(479) 968-6334
Pottsville, AR 72858
(479) 968-6334
Gr: 10-12 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72858, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72858, AR include Pottsville Junior High School and Pottsville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72858?
2 public high schools are located in 72858.
What is the racial composition of students in 72858?
72858 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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