For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 249 students in 72128, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 72128, AR is Poyen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 72128 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72128, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72128, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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
111 N School St
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-2939
Poyen, AR 72128
(501) 332-2939
Gr: K-6 | 249 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72128, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72128, AR include Poyen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72128?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72128.
What is the racial composition of students in 72128?
72128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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