For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 784 students in 72941, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72941, AR are Lavaca Middle School, Lavaca Elementary School and Lavaca High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72941 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72941, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72941, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lavaca Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
603 N Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5618
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5618
Grades: 5-8
| 229 students
Rank: #22.
Lavaca Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5613
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5613
Grades: K-4
| 287 students
Rank: #33.
Lavaca High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
311 Holly St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5612
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5612
Grades: 9-12
| 268 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72941, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72941, AR include Lavaca Middle School, Lavaca Elementary School and Lavaca High School.
How many public schools are located in 72941?
3 public schools are located in 72941.
What is the racial composition of students in 72941?
72941 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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