For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,257 students in 71854, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 285 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 71854, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 71854, AR are Genoa Central Elem. School, Gary E. Cobb Middle School and Genoa Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71854 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71854, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71854, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Genoa Central Elem. School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12018 Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2248
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2248
Grades: K-4
| 452 students
Rank: #22.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11986 Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2132
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2132
Grades: 5-8
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
Genoa Central High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12472 Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2272
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-2272
Grades: 9-12
| 394 students
Rank: #44.
North Heights Community School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2118 East 35th Street
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Grades: K-5
| 195 students
Rank: #55.
Edward D. Trice Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4505 Pinson St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-8431
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-8431
Grades: K-5
| 511 students
Rank: #66.
Fairview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 E 16th St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9211
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9211
Grades: K-5
| 273 students
Rank: #77.
Arkansas Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5443 Jefferson Ave
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Grades: 6-8
| 971 students
Rank: #88.
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1002 E 35th St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9691
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9691
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
Rank: #99.
Arkansas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Jefferson Ave
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Grades: 9-12
| 1,123 students
Rank: #1010.
College Hill Harmony Leadership Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Forrest Street
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Grades: K-5
| 455 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Artesian Street
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Grades: PK
| 169 students
71854, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
College Hill Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
200 Artesian St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9111
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9111
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
College Hill Middle School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
1600 Forrest St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Grades: 6
| 335 students
North Heights Junior High School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
2118 E 35th St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 773-1091
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 773-1091
Grades: 7-8
| 668 students
Texarkana Area Vocational Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
3512 Grand Ave
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Union Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
1701 Line Ferry Rd
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-7341
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-7341
Grades: 2-5
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71854, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71854, AR include Genoa Central Elem. School, Gary E. Cobb Middle School and Genoa Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 71854, AR?
11 public schools are located in 71854, AR.
What percentage of students in 71854, AR go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 71854, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71854, AR?
71854, AR public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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