For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 813 students in 72143, AR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 72143, AR are Ahlf Junior High School and Riverview Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72143 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72143, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72143, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ahlf Junior High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
308 W Vine
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 268-3158
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 268-3158
Grades: 7-8
| 618 students
Rank: #22.
Riverview Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Raider Dr
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 279-7111
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 279-7111
Grades: 7-8
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72143, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72143, AR include Ahlf Junior High School and Riverview Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72143?
2 public middle schools are located in 72143.
What is the racial composition of students in 72143?
72143 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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