For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 684 students in 72843, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72843, AR are Hector Elementary School and Hector High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72843 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72843, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less 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.
Hector Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
104 Sycamore St
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3586
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3586
Gr: PK-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Hector High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11601 Sr 27
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Hector, AR 72843
(479) 284-3536
Gr: 7-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72843, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72843, AR include Hector Elementary School and Hector High School.
How many public schools are located in 72843?
2 public schools are located in 72843.
What is the racial composition of students in 72843?
72843 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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