For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 897 students in 72301, AR.
The top-ranked public charter school in 72301, AR is The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 72301 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Charter schools in 72301, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 72301, AR Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 West Broadway
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3660
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3660
Gr: 10-12 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 72301, AR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 72301, AR include The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 72301?
1 public charter schools are located in 72301.
What is the racial composition of students in 72301?
72301 public charter schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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