For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 113 students in 72742, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 72742, AR is Kingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 72742 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72742, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72742, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 School St
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: K-6 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72742, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72742, AR include Kingston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72742?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72742.
What is the racial composition of students in 72742?
72742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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