For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 72521, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR are Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory and Cave City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72521, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 6-8
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Cave City Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5393
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5393
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
72521, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 600
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 7-12
| 479 students
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Grades: 5-6
| 210 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72521, AR include Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory and Cave City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72521?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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