For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in 72662, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 72662, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72662, AR are Omaha Elementary School and Omaha High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72662 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72662, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72662, AR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Omaha Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
522 W College
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3372
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3372
Grades: PK-6
| 226 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Omaha High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
522 W College
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3373
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3373
Grades: 7-12
| 174 students
72662, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
522 W College
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3373
Omaha, AR 72662
(870) 426-3373
Grades: 5-8
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72662, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72662, AR include Omaha Elementary School and Omaha High School.
How many public schools are located in 72662?
2 public schools are located in 72662.
What percentage of students in 72662 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 72662 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72662?
72662 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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