Best 72131 Arkansas Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 870 students in 72131, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72131, AR are Quitman Middle School, Quitman Elementary School and Quitman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72131 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72131, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72131, AR Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quitman Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6275 Heber Springs Rd W
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2554
Gr: 6-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Quitman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6275 Heber Springs W
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2807
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Quitman High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6275 Heber Springs W
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2554
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72131, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72131, AR include Quitman Middle School, Quitman Elementary School and Quitman High School.
How many public schools are located in 72131?
3 public schools are located in 72131.
What is the racial composition of students in 72131?
72131 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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