For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 227 students in 71647, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 71647, AR is Hermitage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71647 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71647, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71647, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermitage Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
206 W School Dr
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-8500
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
71647, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
312 North School Drive
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Hermitage, AR 71647
(870) 463-2235
Gr: 6-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71647, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71647, AR include Hermitage Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71647?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71647.
What is the racial composition of students in 71647?
71647 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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