For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 328 students in 71972, AR.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71972 have an average reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public elementary schools of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71972, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Cove Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 E Adair St
Vandervoort, AR 71972
(870) 387-2744
Vandervoort, AR 71972
(870) 387-2744
Gr: K-6 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
122 E Adair St
Vandervoort, AR 71972
(870) 387-6923
Vandervoort, AR 71972
(870) 387-6923
Gr: PK-2 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71972, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71972, AR include Van Cove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71972?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71972.
What is the racial composition of students in 71972?
71972 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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