For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 356 students in 72372, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72372, AR is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 72372 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72372, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72372 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palestine-wheatley Senior High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72372, AR Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine-wheatley Senior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Hwy 70 W
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Palestine, AR 72372
(870) 581-2425
Gr: 7-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72372, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72372, AR include Palestine-wheatley Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72372?
1 public high schools are located in 72372.
What is the racial composition of students in 72372?
72372 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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