For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 370 students in 71742, AR.
The top ranked public preschool in 71742, AR is Fordyce Elementary Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71742 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 71742, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 71742, AR Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fordyce Elementary Schools
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Redbug Cir
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Grades: PK-6
| 370 students
71742, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
75 Redbug Blvd
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-7121
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-7121
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
104 W College St
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Grades: K-2
| 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 71742, AR?
The top ranked public preschools in 71742, AR include Fordyce Elementary Schools.
How many public preschools are located in 71742?
1 public preschools are located in 71742.
What is the racial composition of students in 71742?
71742 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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