For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 298 students in 71743, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 71743, AR is Cabe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71743 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71743, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71743, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cabe Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 N 10th St
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4321
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4321
Grades: K-6
| 298 students
71743, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7780 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Grades: 5-8
| 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71743, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71743, AR include Cabe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71743?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71743.
What is the racial composition of students in 71743?
71743 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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