For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 959 students in 72432, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72432, AR are Harrisburg Elementary School and Harrisburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72432 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72432, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72432, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harrisburg Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1003 S Illinois St
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2410
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2410
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Harrisburg High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 West South Street
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2417
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2417
Grades: 6-12
| 523 students
72432, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 W South St
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2410
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-2410
Grades: 5-8
| 324 students
221 Pine Ave
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-5401
Harrisburg, AR 72432
(870) 578-5401
Grades: 5-6
| 252 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72432, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72432, AR include Harrisburg Elementary School and Harrisburg High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72432?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72432.
What is the racial composition of students in 72432?
72432 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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