For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 634 students in 72173, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72173, AR are Vilonia Middle School and Vilonia Pathways Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72173 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72173, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72173, AR Public Middle 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 St
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2940
Gr: 7-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Vilonia Pathways Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11 Eagle Street
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2113
Gr: K-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
72173, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1164a Main St
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2037
Vilonia, AR 72173
(501) 796-2037
Gr: 9 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72173, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72173, AR include Vilonia Middle School and Vilonia Pathways Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 72173?
2 public middle schools are located in 72173.
What is the racial composition of students in 72173?
72173 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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