For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 100 students in 72742, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72742, AR is Kingston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72742 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72742, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72742, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingston High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 School St
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Kingston, AR 72742
(479) 665-2835
Gr: 7-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72742, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72742, AR include Kingston High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72742?
1 public middle schools are located in 72742.
What is the racial composition of students in 72742?
72742 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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