For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,550 students in 72904, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Dora Kimmons Middle School and Harry C. Morrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
Dora Kimmons Middle School
(Math: 27% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 800 students
Rank: #33.
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Newlon Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
Sunnymede Elementary School
(Math: 27% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #55.
Trusty Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 119 students
Rank: #66.
Sutton Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Kelley Hwy
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72904, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72904, AR include Spradling Elementary School, Dora Kimmons Middle School and Harry C. Morrison Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72904?
6 public elementary schools are located in 72904.
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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