For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 608 students in 71857, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR are Prescott Elementary School and Prescott Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71857 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71857, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71857, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prescott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
335 School St
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2514
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2514
Gr: K-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Prescott Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
762 Martin St Bldg 5
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Gr: 5-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
71857, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR include Prescott Elementary School and Prescott Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71857?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71857.
What is the racial composition of students in 71857?
71857 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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