For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 221 students in Wickes, AR.
The top-ranked public school in Wickes, AR is Cossatot River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wickes, AR public school have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Wickes have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Wickes, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cossatot River Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
130 School Dr
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2346
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2346
Gr: 3-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Wickes, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
130 School Dr
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2366
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2366
Gr: 7-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
130 School Dr.
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2363
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2363
Gr: 5-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wickes, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Wickes, AR include Cossatot River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wickes?
1 public schools are located in Wickes.
What is the racial composition of students in Wickes?
Wickes public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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