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For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 521 students in 72176, AR (there are , serving 97 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 72176, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).

The top ranked public school in 72176, AR is Ward Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 72176 have an score of 72% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72176, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 72176, AR 51�Թ�� (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Ward Central Elementary School

(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
:

Top 20%

1570 Wilson Loop
Ward, AR 72176
(501) 843-9601

Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 72176, AR?

The top ranked public schools in 72176, AR include Ward Central Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 72176?

1 public schools are located in 72176.

What percentage of students in 72176 go to public school?

84% of all K-12 students in 72176 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).

What is the racial composition of students in 72176?

72176 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).