For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,119 students in 72908, AR.
The top ranked public preschools in 72908, AR are Beard Elementary School, Elmer H. Cook Elem. School and Cavanaugh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72908 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 72908, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 72908, AR Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Elmer H. Cook Elem. School
Magnet 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
| 500 students
Rank: #33.
Cavanaugh Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 72908, AR?
The top ranked public preschools in 72908, AR include Beard Elementary School, Elmer H. Cook Elem. School and Cavanaugh Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72908?
3 public preschools are located in 72908.
What is the racial composition of students in 72908?
72908 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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