For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 386 students in 72331, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72331, AR are Earle Elementary School and Earle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72331 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72331, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72331, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Earle Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
802 Barton St
Earle, AR 72331
(870) 792-8732
Earle, AR 72331
(870) 792-8732
Gr: K-6 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Earle High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Third St
Earle, AR 72331
(870) 792-8716
Earle, AR 72331
(870) 792-8716
Gr: 7-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
72331, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72331, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72331, AR include Earle Elementary School and Earle High School.
How many public schools are located in 72331?
2 public schools are located in 72331.
What is the racial composition of students in 72331?
72331 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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