For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 861 students in 72081, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72081, AR are White Co. Central Elem. School and Judsonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72081 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72081, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72081, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Co. Central Elem. School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 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: 40-44% | 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
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 elementary schools in 72081, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72081, AR include White Co. Central Elem. School and Judsonia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72081?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72081.
What is the racial composition of students in 72081?
72081 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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