For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 818 students in 71949, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71949, AR are Jessieville Elementary School, Jessieville Middle School and Jessieville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71949 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71949, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71949, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jessieville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7900 N Hwy 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Jessieville Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 N Hwy 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Grades: 6-8
| 175 students
Rank: #33.
Jessieville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 N Hwy 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5011
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5011
Grades: 9-12
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71949, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71949, AR include Jessieville Elementary School, Jessieville Middle School and Jessieville High School.
How many public schools are located in 71949?
3 public schools are located in 71949.
What is the racial composition of students in 71949?
71949 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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