For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,266 students in 72704, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72704, AR are Holcomb Elementary School, Holt Middle School and Owl Creek School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72704 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72704, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72704, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Holcomb Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2900 N Salem Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3610
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3610
Grades: K-4
| 578 students
Rank: #22.
Holt Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2365 N Rupple Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3670
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3670
Grades: 5-6
| 449 students
Rank: #33.
Owl Creek School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
375 N Rupple Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0200
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0200
Grades: K-6
| 561 students
Rank: n/an/a
888 S. Rupple Road
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0254
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0254
Grades: 5-6
| 442 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lisa Academy Fayetteville
Charter School
1166 Van Asche Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(501) 945-2727
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(501) 945-2727
Grades: K-5
| 236 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72704, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72704, AR include Holcomb Elementary School, Holt Middle School and Owl Creek School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72704?
5 public elementary schools are located in 72704.
What is the racial composition of students in 72704?
72704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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