For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in Shirley, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Shirley, AR are Shirley High School and Shirley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shirley, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Shirley have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shirley, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shirley High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Blue Devil Dr
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Grades: 7-12
| 134 students
Rank: #22.
Shirley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
154 School Dr
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Grades: K-6
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shirley, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Shirley, AR include Shirley High School and Shirley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Shirley?
2 public schools are located in Shirley.
What is the racial composition of students in Shirley?
Shirley public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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