For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,001 students in 71639, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71639, AR are Dumas Junior High School, Dumas High School and Reed Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71639 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71639, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71639, AR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dumas Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
315 S College St
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4476
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4476
Grades: 6-8
| 236 students
Rank: #22.
Dumas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
709 Dan Gill Dr
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4151
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4151
Grades: 9-12
| 314 students
Rank: #33.
Reed Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
709 S Cherry St
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5363
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5363
Grades: 3-5
| 213 students
Rank: n/an/a
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
101 Court St
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4954
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-4954
Grades: PK-2
| 238 students
71639, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
710 South Cherry St
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5363
Dumas, AR 71639
(870) 382-5363
Grades: 5-6
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71639, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71639, AR include Dumas Junior High School, Dumas High School and Reed Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71639?
4 public schools are located in 71639.
What is the racial composition of students in 71639?
71639 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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