For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 557 students in Poyen, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Poyen, AR are Poyen Elementary School and Poyen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poyen, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Poyen have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Poyen, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poyen Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14296 Hwy 270 W
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-5529
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-5529
Gr: PK-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Poyen High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14296 Hwy 270 W
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-2939
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-2939
Gr: 7-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Poyen, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Poyen, AR include Poyen Elementary School and Poyen High School.
How many public schools are located in Poyen?
2 public schools are located in Poyen.
What is the racial composition of students in Poyen?
Poyen public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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