For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,602 students in 72173, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72173, AR are Vilonia Middle School, Frank Mitchell Intermediate School and Vilonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72173 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72173, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72173, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vilonia Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
49 Eagle Street
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Gr: 7-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Frank Mitchell Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
98 South Mt. Olive Road
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-4643
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-4643
Gr: 4-6 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Vilonia Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Eagle Street
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2112
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2112
Gr: PK-3 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Vilonia High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1164 Main Street
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2111
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2111
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Vilonia Pathways Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
98 South Mt. Olive Road
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72173, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72173, AR include Vilonia Middle School, Frank Mitchell Intermediate School and Vilonia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72173?
5 public schools are located in 72173.
What is the racial composition of students in 72173?
72173 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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