For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,547 students in 72501, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR are Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72501 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72501, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72501, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Eagle Mountain Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Grades: PK-5
| 911 students
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2460 Batesville Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Grades: PK-3
| 860 students
Rank: #33.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Grades: 4-6
| 463 students
Rank: #44.
Batesville Junior High School Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
#2 Pioneer Drive
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Grades: 6-8
| 742 students
Rank: #55.
West Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Hill St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Grades: K-5
| 571 students
72501, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
955 Water Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Grades: 6
| 170 students
Central Magnet Math & Science (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
650 Vine St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Grades: K-6
| 364 students
1900 Lyon Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Grades: PK-K
| 261 students
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2662
Grades: 7-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR include Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 72501.
What is the racial composition of students in 72501?
72501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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