For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 302 students in Barton, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Barton, AR is Barton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barton, AR public elementary school 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 Barton 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 Public Elementary Schools in Barton, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-6 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Barton, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Barton, AR include Barton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Barton.
What is the racial composition of students in Barton?
Barton 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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