For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 545 students in 71941, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71941, AR are Ouachita Elementary School and Ouachita High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71941 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71941, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71941, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ouachita Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
332 School House Rd
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2341
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2341
Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Ouachita High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
258 School House Rd
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2323
Donaldson, AR 71941
(501) 384-2323
Gr: 7-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71941, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71941, AR include Ouachita Elementary School and Ouachita High School.
How many public schools are located in 71941?
2 public schools are located in 71941.
What is the racial composition of students in 71941?
71941 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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