For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 149 students in 71740, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 71740, AR is Emerson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71740 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71740, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71740, AR Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Church St
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2862
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 middle schools in 71740, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 71740, AR include Emerson High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71740?
1 public middle schools are located in 71740.
What is the racial composition of students in 71740?
71740 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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