For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,192 students in 72081, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72081, AR are White Co. Central Elem. School, Judsonia Elementary School and White Co. Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72081 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72081, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72081, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Co. Central Elem. School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3259 Hwy 157
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-4292
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-4292
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
Rank: #22.
Judsonia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1004 Boardman
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-5196
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-5196
Grades: K-6
| 297 students
Rank: #33.
White Co. Central High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3259 Hwy 157
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-3947
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-3947
Grades: 7-12
| 331 students
72081, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
916 Judson Ave
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-3371
Judsonia, AR 72081
(501) 729-3371
Grades: 5-8
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72081, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72081, AR include White Co. Central Elem. School, Judsonia Elementary School and White Co. Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 72081?
3 public schools are located in 72081.
What is the racial composition of students in 72081?
72081 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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