For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in 72354, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72354, AR are Lepanto Elementary School and East Poinsett Co. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72354 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72354, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72354, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lepanto Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Mcclellan St
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2632
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2632
Grades: K-2
| 126 students
Rank: #22.
East Poinsett Co. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Mcclellan St
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2331
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2331
Grades: 7-12
| 274 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72354, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72354, AR include Lepanto Elementary School and East Poinsett Co. High School.
How many public schools are located in 72354?
2 public schools are located in 72354.
What is the racial composition of students in 72354?
72354 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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