For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 251 students in 71743, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 71743, AR is Gurdon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71743 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71743, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71743, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gurdon High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7777 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Grades: 7-12
| 251 students
71743, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7780 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Grades: 5-8
| 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 71743, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 71743, AR include Gurdon High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71743?
1 public middle schools are located in 71743.
What is the racial composition of students in 71743?
71743 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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