For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,443 students in 72740, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72740, AR are Huntsville Middle School and Huntsville Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72740 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72740, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72740, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Huntsville Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
133 School Dr
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6520
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Huntsville Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
437 Park Ave
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6228
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-6228
Gr: 3-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
317 N Gaskill St
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2425
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 738-2425
Gr: K-2 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72740, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72740, AR include Huntsville Middle School and Huntsville Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72740?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72740.
What is the racial composition of students in 72740?
72740 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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