For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,572 students in 72901, AR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 72901, AR are Ballman Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School and Carnall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2601 South Q St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1280
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2400 S Dallas
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-3214
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Carnall Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2524 S Tulsa St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 646-3612
Gr: PK-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N 8th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7382
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Tilles Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
815 N 16th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 785-5606
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72901, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72901, AR include Ballman Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School and Carnall Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72901?
5 public preschools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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