For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,006 students in 72727, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72727, AR are Elkins Middle School and Elkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72727 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72727, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72727, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkins Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Elkins Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Gr: 3-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
476 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Gr: PK-2 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72727, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72727, AR include Elkins Middle School and Elkins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72727?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72727.
What is the racial composition of students in 72727?
72727 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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