For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 210 students in 72131, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72131, AR is Quitman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72131 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72131, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72131, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
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) 589-2807
Quitman, AR 72131
(501) 589-2807
Gr: 6-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72131, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72131, AR include Quitman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72131?
1 public middle schools are located in 72131.
What is the racial composition of students in 72131?
72131 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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