For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,674 students in Fulton County, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Fulton County, AR are Salem Elementary School, Viola Elementary School and Salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fulton County, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Fulton County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fulton County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
313 Hwy 62 E Ste 4
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-2456
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-2456
Grades: K-6
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Viola Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
314 Longhorn Dr
Viola, AR 72583
(870) 458-2511
Viola, AR 72583
(870) 458-2511
Grades: K-6
| 189 students
Rank: #33.
Salem High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
313 Hwy 62 E Ste 2
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Salem, AR 72576
(870) 895-3293
Grades: 7-12
| 416 students
Rank: #44.
Mammoth Spring Elem. School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
410 Goldsmith Ave
Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
(870) 625-7213
Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
(870) 625-7213
Grades: K-6
| 232 students
Rank: #55.
Viola High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
314 Longhorn Dr
Viola, AR 72583
(870) 458-2213
Viola, AR 72583
(870) 458-2213
Grades: 7-12
| 182 students
Rank: #66.
Mammoth Spring High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 Goldsmith Ave
Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
(870) 625-7212
Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
(870) 625-7212
Grades: 7-12
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fulton County, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Fulton County, AR include Salem Elementary School, Viola Elementary School and Salem High School.
How many public schools are located in Fulton County?
6 public schools are located in Fulton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Fulton County?
Fulton County public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Fulton County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fulton County include: Viola High School vs. Salem High School, Salem High School vs. Viola High School, Mammoth Spring High School vs. Viola High School
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