For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,818 students in 72901, AR (there are 4 private schools, serving 758 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 72901, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72901, AR are Ramsey Middle School, Fairview Elementary School and Ballman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ramsey Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3201 Jenny Lind Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Grades: 6-8
| 954 students
Rank: #22.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 S Dallas
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Ballman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 South Q St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Grades: PK-5
| 334 students
Rank: #44.
Carnall Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2524 S Tulsa St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: #55.
Tilles Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
815 N 16th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Rank: #66.
William O. Darby Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
616 N 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
Rank: #77.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N 8th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
Rank: #88.
Northside High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 North B St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Grades: 9-12
| 2,497 students
Rank: #99.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Grades: 6-12
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72901, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72901, AR include Ramsey Middle School, Fairview Elementary School and Ballman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72901, AR?
9 public schools are located in 72901, AR.
What percentage of students in 72901, AR go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 72901, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72901, AR?
72901, AR public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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