For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,106 students in 72442, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72442, AR are Manila High School and Manila Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 72442 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72442, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72442, AR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manila High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
419 E Olympia St
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-4417
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-4417
Gr: 7-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Manila Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
419 E Olynpia St
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Manila, AR 72442
(870) 561-3145
Gr: PK-6 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
72442, Arkansas ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72442, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72442, AR include Manila High School and Manila Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72442?
2 public schools are located in 72442.
What is the racial composition of students in 72442?
72442 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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