For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 658 students in Horatio, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Horatio, AR are Horatio Elementary School and Horatio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Horatio, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Horatio have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Horatio, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horatio Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2891
Grades: PK-6
| 330 students
Rank: #22.
Horatio High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Isbell St
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-2341
Grades: 7-12
| 328 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Horatio, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Horatio, AR include Horatio Elementary School and Horatio High School.
How many public schools are located in Horatio?
2 public schools are located in Horatio.
What is the racial composition of students in Horatio?
Horatio public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Horatio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Horatio include: Horatio High School vs. Horatio Elementary School, Horatio Elementary School vs. Horatio High School
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