For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 565 students in Rector, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Rector, AR are Rector Elementary School and Rector High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rector, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Rector have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rector, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rector Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 W 5th St
Rector, AR 72461
(501) 595-3358
Rector, AR 72461
(501) 595-3358
Gr: K-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Rector High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
604 W 5th St
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3553
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3553
Gr: 7-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rector, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Rector, AR include Rector Elementary School and Rector High School.
How many public schools are located in Rector?
2 public schools are located in Rector.
What is the racial composition of students in Rector?
Rector public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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