For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 370 students in 71742, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71742, AR is Fordyce Elementary Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71742 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 71742, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 71742, AR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fordyce Elementary Schools
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Redbug Cir
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Gr: PK-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
71742, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
104 W College St
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Gr: K-2 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71742, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71742, AR include Fordyce Elementary Schools.
How many public preschools are located in 71742?
1 public preschools are located in 71742.
What is the racial composition of students in 71742?
71742 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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