Best Public Schools in Emerson, AR (2025-26)

Best Emerson Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 339 students in Emerson, AR.

The top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR are Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Emerson, AR public schools have an score of 51% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Emerson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Emerson, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Emerson Elementary School

(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
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508 W Main
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2218

Gr: K-6 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Rank: #22.

Emerson High School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
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400 Church St
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2862

Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR?

The top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR include Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School.

How many public schools are located in Emerson?

2 public schools are located in Emerson.

What is the racial composition of students in Emerson?

Emerson public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).