For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 787 students in 72682, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72682, AR are Valley Springs Middle School, Valley Springs Elementary School and Valley Springs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72682 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72682, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72682, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Springs Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7349 School Str
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3061
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3061
Gr: 5-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Valley Springs Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7349 School Str
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3071
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3071
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Valley Springs High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7349 School Str
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3051
Valley Springs, AR 72682
(870) 302-3051
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72682, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72682, AR include Valley Springs Middle School, Valley Springs Elementary School and Valley Springs High School.
How many public schools are located in 72682?
3 public schools are located in 72682.
What is the racial composition of students in 72682?
72682 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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