For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 608 students in 72722, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72722, AR are Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72722 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72722, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72722, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur Northside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9083 Mt Olive Rd
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Grades: PK-4
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Grades: 5-8
| 156 students
Rank: #33.
Decatur High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3983
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3983
Grades: 9-12
| 175 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72722, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72722, AR include Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School.
How many public schools are located in 72722?
3 public schools are located in 72722.
What is the racial composition of students in 72722?
72722 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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