For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,193 students in 72901, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72901, AR are Ramsey Junior High School, Ballman Elementary School and Fairview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ramsey Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3201 Jenny Lind Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Grades: 6-8
| 832 students
Rank: #22.
Ballman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2601 South Q St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Fairview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 S Dallas
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #44.
William O. Darby Jr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
616 N 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Grades: 6-8
| 700 students
Rank: #55.
Carnall Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2524 S Tulsa St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: #66.
Tilles Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
815 N 16th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #77.
Howard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N 8th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Rank: #88.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Grades: 6-12
| 65 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72901, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72901, AR include Ramsey Junior High School, Ballman Elementary School and Fairview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72901?
8 public elementary schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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