For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 610 students in Barton, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Barton, AR are Barton Elementary School and Barton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barton, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Barton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Barton, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barton Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9546 Hwy 85 S
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-3984
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-3984
Grades: K-6
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Barton High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9546 Hwy 85 S
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-6867
Barton, AR 72312
(870) 572-6867
Grades: 7-12
| 308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barton, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Barton, AR include Barton Elementary School and Barton High School.
How many public schools are located in Barton?
2 public schools are located in Barton.
What is the racial composition of students in Barton?
Barton public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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