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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).