For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 796 students in 72160, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72160, AR are Meekins Middle School and Park Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72160 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72160, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72160, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meekins Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Grades: 5-6
| 212 students
Rank: #22.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 S Park Ave
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Grades: K-4
| 584 students
72160, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Grades: 5-6
| 284 students
2501 S Main
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3561
Grades: 4-5
| 256 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72160, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72160, AR include Meekins Middle School and Park Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72160?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72160.
What is the racial composition of students in 72160?
72160 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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