For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 552 students in Bay, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Bay, AR are Bay Elementary School and Bay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bay, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Bay have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bay, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bay Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 School St
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3300
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3300
Grades: K-6
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Bay High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 School St
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3297
Bay, AR 72411
(870) 781-3297
Grades: 7-12
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bay, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Bay, AR include Bay Elementary School and Bay High School.
How many public schools are located in Bay?
2 public schools are located in Bay.
What is the racial composition of students in Bay?
Bay public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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