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Best 72471 Arkansas Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 187 students in 72471, AR.

The top ranked public school in 72471, AR is Swifton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 72471 have an score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72471, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72471, AR Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Swifton Middle School

(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
:

Top 30%

300 Ashley
Swifton, AR 72471
(870) 485-2336

Gr: 5-7 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

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72471, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Swifton High School (Closed 2007)

P.o. Box 556
Swifton, AR 72471
(870) 485-2336

Gr: 7-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72471, AR?

The top ranked public schools in 72471, AR include Swifton Middle School.

How many public schools are located in 72471?

1 public schools are located in 72471.

What is the racial composition of students in 72471?

72471 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).