For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 148 students in 71638, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 71638, AR is Dermott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71638 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71638, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71638, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dermott Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
525 E Speedway St
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1010
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1010
Grades: K-6
| 148 students
71638, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
878 E Gaines St
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-5461
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-5461
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
525 East Speedway
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1020
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1020
Grades: 6-8
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71638, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71638, AR include Dermott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71638?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71638.
What is the racial composition of students in 71638?
71638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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