For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 988 students in 72638, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR are Green Forest Elementary School and Green Forest Intermed School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72638 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72638, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72638, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Forest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 School Dr
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5205
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5205
Gr: PK-3 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Green Forest Intermed School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Tulip Court
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5129
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5129
Gr: 4-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72638, AR include Green Forest Elementary School and Green Forest Intermed School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72638?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72638.
What is the racial composition of students in 72638?
72638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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