For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,774 students in 72601, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 128 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72601, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72601, AR are Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elem. School and Forest Heights Elem. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72601 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72601, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72601, AR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harrison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Grades: 5-8
| 830 students
Rank: #22.
Skyline Heights Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1120 W Holt Ave
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Grades: 1-4
| 468 students
Rank: #33.
Forest Heights Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1124 So Tamarind St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Grades: 1-4
| 397 students
Rank: #44.
Harrison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
925 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Grades: 9-12
| 868 students
Rank: n/an/a
Harrison Kindergarten
Magnet School
500 N Chestnut
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Grades: K
| 211 students
72601, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 No Chestnut St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
515 So Pine St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Grades: 7-9
| 591 students
520 E Womack St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Grades: K-4
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72601, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72601, AR include Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elem. School and Forest Heights Elem. School.
How many public schools are located in 72601?
5 public schools are located in 72601.
What percentage of students in 72601 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72601 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72601?
72601 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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