For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 463 students in 72390, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 72390, AR is Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 72390 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72390, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72390, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Plaza St.
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 753-9800
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 753-9800
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
72390, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1020 Plaza St
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-4526
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-4526
Gr: K-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
106 Miller Loop
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
Gr: 4-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
106 Miller Loop
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
Gr: 7-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
106 Miller Loop
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3705
Gr: PK-3 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
339 South Ashlar
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3422
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-3422
Gr: PK-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
805 Cleburne
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-4500
West Helena, AR 72390
(870) 572-4500
Gr: PK-1 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72390, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72390, AR include Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72390?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72390.
What is the racial composition of students in 72390?
72390 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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