For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 518 students in 72365, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72365, AR are Marked Tree Elementary School and Marked Tree High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72365 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72365, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72365, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marked Tree Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
703 Normandy St
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(501) 358-2214
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(501) 358-2214
Gr: PK-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Marked Tree High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
406 Saint Francis St
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(501) 358-2891
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(501) 358-2891
Gr: 7-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
72365, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
406 Saint Francis St
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(870) 358-2913
Marked Tree, AR 72365
(870) 358-2913
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72365, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72365, AR include Marked Tree Elementary School and Marked Tree High School.
How many public schools are located in 72365?
2 public schools are located in 72365.
What is the racial composition of students in 72365?
72365 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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