For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 148 students in 71638, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 71638, AR is Dermott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71638 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71638, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71638, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dermott Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
525 E Speedway St
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1010
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1010
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
71638, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
878 E Gaines St
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-5461
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-5461
525 East Speedway
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1020
Dermott, AR 71638
(870) 538-1020
Gr: 6-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71638, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71638, AR include Dermott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71638?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71638.
What is the racial composition of students in 71638?
71638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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