For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 218 students in 71720, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 71720, AR is Bearden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71720 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). High schools in 71720, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71720 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bearden High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bearden High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
635 N Plum
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2913
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-2913
Grades: 7-12
| 218 students
71720, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Oak Avenue
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Bearden, AR 71720
(870) 687-3503
Grades: 5-8
| 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71720, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 71720, AR include Bearden High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71720?
1 public high schools are located in 71720.
What is the racial composition of students in 71720?
71720 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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