For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 252 students in 72461, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72461, AR is Rector High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 72461 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72461, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 72461 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rector High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72461, AR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rector High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 W 5th St
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3553
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3553
Grades: 7-12
| 252 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72461, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72461, AR include Rector High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72461?
1 public high schools are located in 72461.
What is the racial composition of students in 72461?
72461 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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