For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,550 students in 72904, AR (there are , serving 236 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72904, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Trusty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spradling Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Spradling Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Newlon Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Trusty Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Harris Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Gr: K-5 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Dora Kimmons Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 N 50th St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Sunnymede Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4201 North O St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Sutton Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Kelley Hwy
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72904, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72904, AR include Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Trusty Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72904?
6 public schools are located in 72904.
What percentage of students in 72904 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72904 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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