For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 370 students in Calico Rock, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Calico Rock, AR are Calico Rock Elementary School and Calico Rock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calico Rock, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Calico Rock have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Calico Rock, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calico Rock Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 College St
Calico Rock, AR 72519
(870) 297-8533
Calico Rock, AR 72519
(870) 297-8533
Gr: K-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Calico Rock High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Pirate Place
Calico Rock, AR 72519
(870) 297-3745
Calico Rock, AR 72519
(870) 297-3745
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Calico Rock, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Calico Rock, AR include Calico Rock Elementary School and Calico Rock High School.
How many public schools are located in Calico Rock?
2 public schools are located in Calico Rock.
What is the racial composition of students in Calico Rock?
Calico Rock public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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