For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,990 students in 72104, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72104, AR are Glen Rose Elementary School, Magnet Cove Elementary School and Glen Rose Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72104 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72104, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72104, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Rose Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14334 Hwy 67
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Gr: K-4 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Magnet Cove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22083 Hwy 51
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-9131
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-9131
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Glen Rose Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14334 Hwy 67
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Gr: 5-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Malvern Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1807 W Moline St
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 467-3166
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 467-3166
Gr: K-4 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Intermediate School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
614 W Moline St
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6452
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6452
Gr: 5-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
72104, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
955 Division
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-7741
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-7741
Gr: 3-4 | 340 students Minority enrollment: 35%
339 Donnelly
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-5253
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-5253
Gr: K | 177 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72104, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72104, AR include Glen Rose Elementary School, Magnet Cove Elementary School and Glen Rose Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72104?
5 public elementary schools are located in 72104.
What is the racial composition of students in 72104?
72104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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