For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 568 students in 72335, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72335, AR is Forrest City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72335 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72335, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72335 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Forrest City High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72335, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forrest City High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
467 Victoria St
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1464
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1464
Grades: 9-12
| 568 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Arkansas Secondary Career Center
Vocational School
1700 New Castle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-4480
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
72335, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
637 S Washington
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 870-9135
Grades: 5-8
| 95 students
2505 Sycamore Street
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 633-1626
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72335, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72335, AR include Forrest City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72335?
2 public high schools are located in 72335.
What is the racial composition of students in 72335?
72335 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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