For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,603 students in 72801, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72801, AR are Russellville Middle School and Russellville Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72801 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72801, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72801, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1203 West 4th Place
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-2557
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-2557
Gr: 6-7 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Russellville Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 West Parkway
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-1599
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-1599
Gr: 8-9 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72801, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72801, AR include Russellville Middle School and Russellville Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72801?
2 public middle schools are located in 72801.
What is the racial composition of students in 72801?
72801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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