For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 302 students in 72312, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 72312, AR is Barton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary school in zipcode 72312 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72312, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72312, AR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9546 Hwy 85 S
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-3984
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-3984
Grades: K-6
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72312, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72312, AR include Barton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72312?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72312.
What is the racial composition of students in 72312?
72312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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