For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 590 students in 71861, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71861, AR are Taylor Elementary School and Taylor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71861 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71861, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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).
Best 71861, AR 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
506 E Pine St
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-5811
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-5811
Gr: K-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Taylor High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
506 E Pine St
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-2251
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-2251
Gr: 7-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71861, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71861, AR include Taylor Elementary School and Taylor High School.
How many public schools are located in 71861?
2 public schools are located in 71861.
What is the racial composition of students in 71861?
71861 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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