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Best 72476 Arkansas Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,023 students in 72476, AR.

The top ranked public schools in 72476, AR are Walnut Ridge High School and Walnut Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 72476 have an score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72476, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72476, AR Public Schools (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Walnut Ridge High School

(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
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508 E Free St
Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
(870) 886-6623

Gr: 7-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Rank: #22.

Walnut Ridge Elementary School

(Math: 40% | Reading: 23%)
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508 E Free St
Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
(870) 886-3482

Gr: K-6 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72476, AR?

The top ranked public schools in 72476, AR include Walnut Ridge High School and Walnut Ridge Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 72476?

2 public schools are located in 72476.

What is the racial composition of students in 72476?

72476 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).