Best Public Schools in 71973 (Wickes, AR) (2026)

Best 71973 Arkansas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 221 students in 71973, AR.

The top-ranked public school in 71973, AR is Cossatot River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 71973 have an score of 63% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71973, AR 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 71973, AR Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Cossatot River Elementary School

(Math: 63% | Reading: 50-54%)
:

10/

Top 10%

130 School Dr
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2346

Gr: 3-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

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71973, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Wickes High School (Closed 2014)

130 School Dr
Wickes, AR 71973
(870) 385-2366

Gr: 7-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Wickes Middle School (Closed 2007)

130 School Dr.
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 71973, AR?

The top-ranked public schools in 71973, AR include Cossatot River Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 71973?

1 public schools are located in 71973.

What is the racial composition of students in 71973?

71973 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).