For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 408 students in 72029, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72029, AR are Clarendon Elementary School and Clarendon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72029 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72029, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarendon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 Eason Ln
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3383
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3383
Gr: K-6 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Clarendon High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 N Seventh St
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3326
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3326
Gr: 7-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72029, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72029, AR include Clarendon Elementary School and Clarendon High School.
How many public schools are located in 72029?
2 public schools are located in 72029.
What is the racial composition of students in 72029?
72029 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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