For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 559 students in 71949, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71949, AR are Jessieville Elementary School and Jessieville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71949 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71949, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71949, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jessieville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7900 N Hwy 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Jessieville Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 N Hwy 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Gr: 6-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71949, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71949, AR include Jessieville Elementary School and Jessieville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71949?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71949.
What is the racial composition of students in 71949?
71949 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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