For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,384 students in 71667, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71667, AR are Star City Middle School, Star City High School and Star City Jimmy Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71667 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71667, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71667, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Star City Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
206 Cleveland St
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-5125
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-5125
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Star City High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
206 Cleveland St
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-4111
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-4111
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Star City Jimmy Brown Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 Ashley St
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-5111
Star City, AR 71667
(870) 628-5111
Gr: K-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71667, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71667, AR include Star City Middle School, Star City High School and Star City Jimmy Brown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71667?
3 public schools are located in 71667.
What is the racial composition of students in 71667?
71667 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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