For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,736 students in 72762, AR (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,788 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 72762, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72762, AR are Bernice Young Elementary School, Hellstern Middle School and Willis Shaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72762 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72762, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72762, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bernice Young Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Pippin Apple Circle
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8770
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8770
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hellstern Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7771 Har Ber Avenue
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8725
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8725
Gr: 6-7 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Willis Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4337 Grimsley Road
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8898
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8898
Gr: PK-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
John Tyson Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1967 Chapman Avenue
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8862
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8862
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Jim D Rollins Elementary School Of Innovation
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
354 E Fletcher Avenue
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8880
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8880
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Central Junior High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2811 West Huntsville Avenue
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8854
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8854
Gr: 8-9 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Helen Tyson Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3304 South 40th Street
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8720
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8720
Gr: 6-7 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Har-ber High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Jones Road
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8777
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8777
Gr: 9-12 | 2,271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #99.
Thurman G. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Falcon Road
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8846
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8846
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1010.
Southwest Junior High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Butterfield Coach Road
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8849
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8849
Gr: 8-9 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1850 Mcray Avenue
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8871
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 750-8871
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1212.
Responsive Educational Solutions Premier High School Of Springdale
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
693 White Road
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 343-8209
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 343-8209
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72762, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72762, AR include Bernice Young Elementary School, Hellstern Middle School and Willis Shaw Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72762?
12 public schools are located in 72762.
What percentage of students in 72762 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 72762 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72762?
72762 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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