For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 999 students in 71929, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71929, AR are Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck Middle School and Bismarck High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71929 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71929, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71929, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bismarck Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Gr: K-4 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bismarck Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Gr: 5-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Bismarck High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11636 Hwy 84
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Bismarck, AR 71929
(501) 865-4888
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71929, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71929, AR include Bismarck Elementary School, Bismarck Middle School and Bismarck High School.
How many public schools are located in 71929?
3 public schools are located in 71929.
What is the racial composition of students in 71929?
71929 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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