For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,839 students in 72301, AR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 72301, AR are Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School, Jackson Wonder Elementary School and Faulk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72301 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 72301, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 72301, AR Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Crestmere St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
Gr: PK-6 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Wonder Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2395 S L Henry Street
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
Gr: PK-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Faulk Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
908 Vanderbilt
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-5252
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-5252
Gr: PK-6 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
72301, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1402 Crestmere
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
Gr: PK-1 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
1151 Goodwin St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-2081
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-2081
Gr: 7-9 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2395 Sl Henry St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-7303
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-7303
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Mid-south Community College Technical Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2000 W Broadway St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
Gr: 9-12
801 S 16th St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
Gr: PK-6 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72301, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72301, AR include Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School, Jackson Wonder Elementary School and Faulk Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72301?
3 public preschools are located in 72301.
What is the racial composition of students in 72301?
72301 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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