For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,418 students in 72834, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72834, AR are Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72834 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72834, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72834, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dardanelle Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 N 4th St
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4185
Gr: K-3 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Dardanelle Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2032 Hwy 7 S
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-4550
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Dardanelle Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2306 Hwy 7 N
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Dardanelle, AR 72834
(479) 229-3707
Gr: 4-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72834, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72834, AR include Dardanelle Primary School, Dardanelle Middle School and Dardanelle Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72834?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72834.
What is the racial composition of students in 72834?
72834 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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