For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,591 students in 72653, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72653, AR is Mountain Home Career Academies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72653 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72653, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72653 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mountain Home Career Academies, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72653, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain Home Career Academies
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Bomber Blvd
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Grades: 8-12
| 1,517 students
Rank: n/an/a
Arkansas State University-mountain Home Career Center
Vocational School
1600 South College St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 508-6100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Guy Berry College And Career Academy
Charter School
1001 South Main Street
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Grades: 6-12
| 74 students
72653, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1001 Main St
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Grades: 4
| n/a students
2301 Rodeo Dr
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1231
Grades: 8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72653, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72653, AR include Mountain Home Career Academies.
How many public high schools are located in 72653?
3 public high schools are located in 72653.
What is the racial composition of students in 72653?
72653 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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