For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,014 students in Sevier County, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 120 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Sevier County, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Sevier County, AR are Dequeen Middle School, Dequeen Junior High School and Dequeen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sevier County, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Sevier County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sevier County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dequeen Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1803 W Coulter Dr
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2428
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2428
Grades: 6-7
| 343 students
Rank: #22.
Dequeen Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1803 W Colter Dr
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3077
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3077
Grades: 8-9
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
Dequeen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
233 Treating Plant Rd
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 584-4311
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 584-4311
Grades: 3-5
| 523 students
Rank: #44.
Horatio Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Grades: K-6
| 373 students
Rank: #55.
Dequeen High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1803 W Coulter Dr
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2426
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-2426
Grades: 10-12
| 481 students
Rank: #66.
Horatio High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Grades: 7-12
| 321 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cossatot Community College Of The Ua
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
183 College Drive
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 584-4471
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 584-4471
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Dequeen Primary
Magnet School
235 Treating Plant Rd
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3100
De Queen, AR 71832
(870) 642-3100
Grades: K-2
| 576 students
Sevier County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dequeen/mena Area Vocational Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
395 S Hornberg Ave
Gillham, AR 71841
(870) 386-2251
Gillham, AR 71841
(870) 386-2251
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
P.o. Box 88
Lockesburg, AR 71846
(870) 289-4041
Lockesburg, AR 71846
(870) 289-4041
Grades: K-6
| 180 students
128 East Main
Lockesburg, AR 71846
(870) 289-2431
Lockesburg, AR 71846
(870) 289-2431
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sevier County, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Sevier County, AR include Dequeen Middle School, Dequeen Junior High School and Dequeen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sevier County?
8 public schools are located in Sevier County.
What percentage of students in Sevier County go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Sevier County are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sevier County?
Sevier County public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Sevier County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Sevier County include: Horatio Elementary School vs. Horatio High School
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