For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,544 students in 72160, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 189 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 72160, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72160, AR are Stuttgart Junior High School, Park Avenue Elementary School and Stuttgart High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72160 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72160, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72160, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stuttgart Junior High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3562
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3562
Gr: 7-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 S Park Ave
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Gr: K-4 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Stuttgart High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 A W 22nd St
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Gr: 9-12 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Meekins Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Gr: 5-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Phillips Community Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
2807 Hwy 165
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-4201
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-4201
Gr: 9-12
72160, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Gr: 5-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Gr: 4-5 | 256 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72160, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72160, AR include Stuttgart Junior High School, Park Avenue Elementary School and Stuttgart High School.
How many public schools are located in 72160?
5 public schools are located in 72160.
What percentage of students in 72160 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 72160 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72160?
72160 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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