For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,441 students in 72727, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72727, AR are Elkins Middle School, Elkins Elementary School and Elkins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72727 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72727, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72727, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkins Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Elkins Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Gr: 3-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Elkins High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3381
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3381
Gr: 9-12 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
476 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Gr: PK-2 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72727, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72727, AR include Elkins Middle School, Elkins Elementary School and Elkins High School.
How many public schools are located in 72727?
4 public schools are located in 72727.
What is the racial composition of students in 72727?
72727 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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