For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 815 students in 72372, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72372, AR are Palestine-wheatley Elem. School and Palestine-wheatley Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72372 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72372, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72372, AR 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
105 Westwood St
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2246
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2246
Grades: PK-6
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Hwy 70 W
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Grades: 7-12
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72372, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72372, AR include Palestine-wheatley Elem. School and Palestine-wheatley Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 72372?
2 public schools are located in 72372.
What is the racial composition of students in 72372?
72372 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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