For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,266 students in 72704, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72704, AR are Holcomb Elementary School, Holt Middle School and Owl Creek School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72704 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72704, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72704, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holcomb Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2900 N Salem Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3610
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3610
Gr: K-4 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Holt Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2365 N Rupple Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3670
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 527-3670
Gr: 5-6 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Owl Creek School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
375 N Rupple Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0200
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0200
Gr: K-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
888 S. Rupple Road
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0254
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 718-0254
Gr: 5-6 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Lisa Academy Fayetteville
Charter School
1166 Van Asche Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(501) 945-2727
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(501) 945-2727
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72704, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72704, AR include Holcomb Elementary School, Holt Middle School and Owl Creek School.
How many public schools are located in 72704?
5 public schools are located in 72704.
What is the racial composition of students in 72704?
72704 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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