For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 370 students in 71742, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 71742, AR is Fordyce Elementary Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 71742 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71742, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71742, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fordyce Elementary Schools
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Redbug Cir
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Gr: PK-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
71742, Arkansas 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
104 W College St
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Gr: K-2 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71742, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71742, AR include Fordyce Elementary Schools.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71742?
1 public elementary schools are located in 71742.
What is the racial composition of students in 71742?
71742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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