For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,558 students in 72543, AR (there are , serving 47 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 72543, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72543, AR are Heber Springs Middle School, Heber Springs High School and Heber Springs Elem. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72543 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72543, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72543, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heber Springs Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
602 Case St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heber Springs High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 W Pine St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-3141
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-3141
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Heber Springs Elem. School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Front
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Gr: K-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72543, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72543, AR include Heber Springs Middle School, Heber Springs High School and Heber Springs Elem. School.
How many public schools are located in 72543?
3 public schools are located in 72543.
What percentage of students in 72543 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 72543 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72543?
72543 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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