For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,079 students in 72908, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 72908, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72908, AR are Beard Elementary School, Elmer H. Cook Elementary School and Cavanaugh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72908 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72908, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72908, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Cavanaugh Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-0834
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-0834
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #22.
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3517 Brooken Hill Dr
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-8880
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-8880
Grades: PK-5
| 494 students
Rank: #33.
Cavanaugh Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1025 School St
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-1131
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-1131
Grades: PK-5
| 298 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72908, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72908, AR include Beard Elementary School, Elmer H. Cook Elementary School and Cavanaugh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72908?
3 public schools are located in 72908.
What percentage of students in 72908 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 72908 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72908?
72908 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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