For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 648 students in 72437, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72437, AR are Riverside West Elem. School and Buffalo Island Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72437 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72437, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 72437, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside West Elem. School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2001 Hwy 18
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 237-8222
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 237-8222
Gr: K-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Island Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Nelson St
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 539-6448
Lake City, AR 72437
(870) 539-6448
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72437, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72437, AR include Riverside West Elem. School and Buffalo Island Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72437?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72437.
What is the racial composition of students in 72437?
72437 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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