Best 71762 Arkansas Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 870 students in 71762, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71762, AR are Smackover Elementary School and Smackover High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71762 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71762, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 71762, AR Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smackover Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
701 Magnolia St.
Smackover, AR 71762
(870) 725-3601
Gr: PK-4 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Smackover High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Buckaroo Lane
Smackover, AR 71762
(870) 725-3101
Gr: 9-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 71762, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71762, AR include Smackover Elementary School and Smackover High School.
How many public schools are located in 71762?
2 public schools are located in 71762.
What is the racial composition of students in 71762?
71762 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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