For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,084 students in 72834, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72834, AR are Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72834 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72834, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72834, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dardanelle Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 N 4th St
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Grades: K-3
| 620 students
Rank: #22.
Dardanelle Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2032 Hwy 7 S
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Grades: 6-8
| 495 students
Rank: #33.
Dardanelle Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2306 Hwy 7 N
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Grades: 4-5
| 303 students
Rank: #44.
Dardanelle High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1079 Hwy 28 N
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4655
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4655
Grades: 9-12
| 666 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72834, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72834, AR include Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 72834?
4 public schools are located in 72834.
What is the racial composition of students in 72834?
72834 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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