For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 students in 72160, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72160, AR are Park Avenue Elementary School and Meekins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72160 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72160, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72160, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: PK-4 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Meekins Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 West 19th Street
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Gr: 5-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 elementary schools in 72160, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72160, AR include Park Avenue Elementary School and Meekins Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72160?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72160.
What is the racial composition of students in 72160?
72160 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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