For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 564 students in 72112, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72112, AR is Newport High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72112 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72112, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72112 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newport High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72112, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newport High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Gr: 6-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Newport Sec Career Center (Ignite)
Vocational School
7648 Victory Blvd
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 512-7825
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 512-7825
Gr: 9-12
72112, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 North Pecan St
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Gr: PK-3
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Gr: 4-6
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Gr: 7-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72112, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72112, AR include Newport High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72112?
2 public high schools are located in 72112.
What is the racial composition of students in 72112?
72112 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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