For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 595 students in 72131, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72131, AR are Quitman Middle School and Quitman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72131 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72131, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72131, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quitman Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6275 Heber Springs Rd W
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2554
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2554
Gr: 6-8 | 226 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Quitman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6275 Heber Springs W
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2807
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2807
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72131, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72131, AR include Quitman Middle School and Quitman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72131?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72131.
What is the racial composition of students in 72131?
72131 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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