For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,894 students in 72703, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR are Vandergriff Elementary School, Mcnair Middle School and Butterfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72703 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72703, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72703, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vandergriff Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2975 E Township St
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3600
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3600
Gr: K-4 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Mcnair Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3030 E Mission Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3660
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 527-3660
Gr: 5-6 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Butterfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3050 N Old Missouri Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 444-3081
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 444-3081
Gr: K-4 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72703, AR include Vandergriff Elementary School, Mcnair Middle School and Butterfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72703?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72703.
What is the racial composition of students in 72703?
72703 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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