For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,046 students in 71654, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71654, AR are Mcgehee Elementary School, Conner Middle School and Mcgehee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71654 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71654, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71654, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcgehee Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 Oak St
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-5400
Grades: K-5
| 455 students
Rank: #22.
Conner Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2009 East Ash Street
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
Rank: #33.
Mcgehee High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1902 E Ash St
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Mc Gehee, AR 71654
(870) 222-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71654, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71654, AR include Mcgehee Elementary School, Conner Middle School and Mcgehee High School.
How many public schools are located in 71654?
3 public schools are located in 71654.
What is the racial composition of students in 71654?
71654 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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