For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 266 students in 72579, AR.
The top ranked public school in 72579, AR is Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72579 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72579, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72579, AR 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
480 N Main
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-3149
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-3149
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
72579, Arkansas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 98
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-8088
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-8088
Gr: 7-12 | 152 students Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72579, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72579, AR include Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72579?
1 public schools are located in 72579.
What is the racial composition of students in 72579?
72579 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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