For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,080 students in 72543, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72543, AR are Heber Springs Middle School and Heber Springs Elem. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72543 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72543, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72543, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heber Springs Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
602 Case St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heber Springs Elem. School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Front
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Gr: K-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72543, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72543, AR include Heber Springs Middle School and Heber Springs Elem. School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72543?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72543.
What is the racial composition of students in 72543?
72543 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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