For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,524 students in 72143, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in 72143, AR are Searcy High School and Riverview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 72143 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72143, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 72143 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Searcy High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72143, AR ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Searcy High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 N Ella
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 268-8315
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 268-8315
Gr: 9-12 | 1,208 student Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Riverview High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 Raider Dr
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 279-7700
Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 279-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72143, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72143, AR include Searcy High School and Riverview High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72143?
2 public high schools are located in 72143.
What is the racial composition of students in 72143?
72143 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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