For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,771 students in 72501, AR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 72501, AR are Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School and Southside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72501 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72501, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72501, AR Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Eagle Mountain Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Gr: PK-5 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2460 Batesville Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Gr: PK-3 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
72501, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
955 Water Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Gr: 6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Central Magnet Math & Science (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
650 Vine St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Gr: K-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
1900 Lyon Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Gr: PK-K | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72501, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72501, AR include Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School and Southside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72501?
2 public preschools are located in 72501.
What is the racial composition of students in 72501?
72501 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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