For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 325 students in 72447, AR.
The top ranked public school in 72447, AR is Buffalo Island Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72447 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72447, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72447, AR 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Island Central High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
803 W Drew
Monette, AR 72447
(870) 486-5511
Monette, AR 72447
(870) 486-5511
Gr: 7-12 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
72447, Arkansas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
805 W Drew
Monette, AR 72447
(870) 486-2212
Monette, AR 72447
(870) 486-2212
Gr: PK-4 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72447, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72447, AR include Buffalo Island Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 72447?
1 public schools are located in 72447.
What is the racial composition of students in 72447?
72447 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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