For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 343 students in 71953, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in 71953, AR is Acorn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 71953 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 71953, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 71953, AR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Acorn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
143 Polk 96
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-4833
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-4833
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
71953, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Geyer Dr
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Gr: 6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 71953, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 71953, AR include Acorn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 71953?
1 public preschools are located in 71953.
What is the racial composition of students in 71953?
71953 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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