For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 575 students in Rison, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Rison, AR are Woodlawn High School and Rison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rison, AR public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in Rison have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Rison, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodlawn High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6760 Hwy 63
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-8171
Gr: 7-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Rison High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Main Street
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6241
Gr: 7-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rison, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16650 Hwy 79
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Gr: PK-5 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Rison, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Rison, AR include Woodlawn High School and Rison High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Rison?
2 public middle schools are located in Rison.
What is the racial composition of students in Rison?
Rison public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Rison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Rison include: Woodlawn High School vs. Rison High School, Rison High School vs. Woodlawn High School
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