For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 166 students in 72628, AR.
The top ranked public school in 72628, AR is Deer K-12 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72628 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72628, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72628, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Deer K-12 School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 16
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-8109
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-8109
Grades: K-12
| 166 students
72628, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hwy 61 And Parker Ridge Rd
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-5287
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-5287
Grades: PK-6
| 127 students
Hwy 61 And Parker Ridge Rd
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-5288
Deer, AR 72628
(870) 428-5288
Grades: 7-12
| 106 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72628, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72628, AR include Deer K-12 School.
How many public schools are located in 72628?
1 public schools are located in 72628.
What is the racial composition of students in 72628?
72628 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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