Best 72476 Arkansas Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 560 students in 72476, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 72476, AR is Walnut Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 72476 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72476, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 72476, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
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 elementary schools in 72476, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72476, AR include Walnut Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72476?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72476.
What is the racial composition of students in 72476?
72476 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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