For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 636 students in Des Arc, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR are Des Arc Elementary School and Des Arc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Des Arc, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Des Arc have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Des Arc, AR (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Des Arc Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2100 Hickory St
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Grades: PK-6
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Des Arc High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 Main St
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4166
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4166
Grades: 7-12
| 254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Des Arc, AR include Des Arc Elementary School and Des Arc High School.
How many public schools are located in Desc?
2 public schools are located in Desc.
What is the racial composition of students in Desc?
Desc public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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