For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,079 students in 72908, AR (there are , serving 326 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 72908, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72908, AR are Elmer H. Cook Elementary School, Cavanaugh Elementary School and Beard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72908 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72908, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72908, AR 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3517 Brooken Hill Dr
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-8880
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-8880
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Cavanaugh Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1025 School St
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-1131
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-1131
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Cavanaugh Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-0834
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-0834
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72908, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72908, AR include Elmer H. Cook Elementary School, Cavanaugh Elementary School and Beard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72908?
3 public schools are located in 72908.
What percentage of students in 72908 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 72908 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72908?
72908 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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