For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 4,057 students in 72103, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72103, AR are Chicot Elementary School, Mabelvale Elementary School and Mabelvale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72103 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72103, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72103, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chicot Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11100 Chicot Rd
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-7000
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Mabelvale Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9401 Mabelvale Cut Off Rd
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-5400
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-5400
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Mabelvale Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10811 Mabelvale W Rd
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-3000
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Little Rock Southwest High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9715 Mabelvale Pike
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-9100
Mabelvale, AR 72103
(501) 447-9100
Gr: 8-12 | 2,163 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72103, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72103, AR include Chicot Elementary School, Mabelvale Elementary School and Mabelvale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 72103?
4 public schools are located in 72103.
What is the racial composition of students in 72103?
72103 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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