For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 203 students in 71957, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 71957, AR is Mount Ida High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71957 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71957, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71957 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mount Ida High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71957, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Ida High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
338 Whittington St
Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870) 867-4517
Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870) 867-4517
Grades: 7-12
| 203 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71957, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 71957, AR include Mount Ida High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71957?
1 public high schools are located in 71957.
What is the racial composition of students in 71957?
71957 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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