For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 227 students in 71720, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71720, AR is Bearden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71720 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71720, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71720, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bearden High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
635 N Plum
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Bearden, AR 71720
(833) 423-2733
Gr: 7-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71720, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71720, AR include Bearden High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71720?
1 public middle schools are located in 71720.
What is the racial composition of students in 71720?
71720 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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