For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 800 students in 72904, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72904, AR is Dora Kimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
72904, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72904, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72904, AR include Dora Kimmons Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72904?
1 public middle schools are located in 72904.
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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