For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 927 students in 72823, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72823, AR are Atkins Middle School, Atkins Elementary School and Atkins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72823 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72823, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72823, AR 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atkins Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
611 Nw 4th St
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-1008
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-1008
Gr: 5-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Atkins Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
611 Nw 4th St
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7085
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7085
Gr: K-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Atkins High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
403 Ave Three Nw
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7872
Atkins, AR 72823
(479) 641-7872
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72823, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72823, AR include Atkins Middle School, Atkins Elementary School and Atkins High School.
How many public schools are located in 72823?
3 public schools are located in 72823.
What is the racial composition of students in 72823?
72823 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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