Best 72022 Arkansas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,081 students in 72022, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72022, AR are Bethel Middle School, Bryant Middle School and Bryant Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72022 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72022, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72022, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bethel Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5415 Northlake Rd
Bryant, AR 72022
(501) 316-0937
Gr: 6-7 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Bryant Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1105 Woodland Drive
Bryant, AR 72022
(501) 847-5651
Gr: 6-7 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
301 Hill Farm Rd
Bryant, AR 72022
(501) 653-5136
Gr: 8-9 | 1,545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72022, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72022, AR include Bethel Middle School, Bryant Middle School and Bryant Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72022?
3 public middle schools are located in 72022.
What is the racial composition of students in 72022?
72022 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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