For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 761 students in 72042, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72042, AR are Dewitt Elementary School and Dewitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72042 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72042, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72042, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dewitt Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 S Grandview Dr
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-4651
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-4651
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1209 W 16th St
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
72042, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 N Jackson Street
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 5-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72042, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72042, AR include Dewitt Elementary School and Dewitt Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72042?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72042.
What is the racial composition of students in 72042?
72042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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