For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 608 students in 71857, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR are Prescott Elementary School and Prescott Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71857 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71857, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71857, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prescott Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
335 School St
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2514
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2514
Grades: K-4
| 340 students
Rank: #22.
Prescott Junior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
762 Martin St Bldg 5
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Grades: 5-8
| 268 students
71857, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1030 E Fifth St N
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-2521
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71857, AR include Prescott Elementary School and Prescott Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71857?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71857.
What is the racial composition of students in 71857?
71857 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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