For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,047 students in 72740, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72740, AR are Huntsville Middle School, Huntsville Intermediate School and Huntsville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72740 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72740, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72740, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Huntsville Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
133 School Dr
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6520
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6520
Grades: 6-8
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Huntsville Intermediate School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
437 Park Ave
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6228
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6228
Grades: 3-5
| 447 students
Rank: #33.
Huntsville High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
594 S Harris St
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2500
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 604 students
Rank: n/an/a
317 N Gaskill St
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2425
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2425
Grades: K-2
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72740, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72740, AR include Huntsville Middle School, Huntsville Intermediate School and Huntsville High School.
How many public schools are located in 72740?
4 public schools are located in 72740.
What is the racial composition of students in 72740?
72740 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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