For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,104 students in 72455, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR are Pocahontas Elementary School and Pocahontas Upper Elem. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72455 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72455, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72455, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1707 Highland
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Grades: PK-3
| 672 students
Rank: #22.
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2301 N Park
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Grades: 4-6
| 432 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR include Pocahontas Elementary School and Pocahontas Upper Elem. School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72455?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72455.
What is the racial composition of students in 72455?
72455 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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