For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 719 students in 71832, AR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 71832, AR are Dequeen Middle School and Dequeen Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71832 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71832, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71832, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dequeen Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1803 W Coulter Dr
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2428
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2428
Grades: 6-7
| 356 students
Rank: #22.
Dequeen Junior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1803 W Colter Dr
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3077
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3077
Grades: 8-9
| 363 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 71832, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 71832, AR include Dequeen Middle School and Dequeen Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71832?
2 public middle schools are located in 71832.
What is the racial composition of students in 71832?
71832 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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