For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,620 students in 72173, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72173, AR are Vilonia Elementary School, Frank Mitchell Intermediate School and Vilonia Pathways Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72173 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72173, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72173, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vilonia Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Eagle St
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2112
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2112
Grades: K-3
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Frank Mitchell Intermediate School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
98 S Mt Olive Rd
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-4643
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-4643
Grades: 4-6
| 612 students
Rank: #33.
Vilonia Pathways Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11 Eagle Street
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Grades: K-12
| 173 students
Rank: #44.
Vilonia Primary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4 Bane Ln
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2018
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2018
Grades: K-3
| 368 students
72173, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
49 Eagle St
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students
4 Bane Lane
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2018
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2018
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1164a Main St
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2037
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2037
Grades: 9
| 269 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72173, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72173, AR include Vilonia Elementary School, Frank Mitchell Intermediate School and Vilonia Pathways Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72173?
4 public elementary schools are located in 72173.
What is the racial composition of students in 72173?
72173 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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