For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 328 students in 71842, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 71842, AR is Horatio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71842 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71842, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71842 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Horatio High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71842, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in 71842, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 71842, AR include Horatio High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71842?
1 public high schools are located in 71842.
What is the racial composition of students in 71842?
71842 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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