For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,597 students in 72901, AR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR are Ramsey Junior High School, William O. Darby Jr. High School and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Middle 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.
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: #33.
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 middle schools in 72901, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR include Ramsey Junior High School, William O. Darby Jr. High School and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 72901?
3 public middle schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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