For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 97 students in 71971, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 71971, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 71971, AR is Umpire K-12 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 71971 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71971, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71971, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Umpire K-12 School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
142 School Street
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-2141
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-2141
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
71971, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
142 School Dr
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-2141
Umpire, AR 71971
(870) 583-2141
Gr: 7-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71971, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71971, AR include Umpire K-12 School.
How many public schools are located in 71971?
1 public schools are located in 71971.
What percentage of students in 71971 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 71971 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71971?
71971 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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