For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,937 students in 72023, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72023, AR are Cabot Junior High North, Cabot Junior High South and Cabot Panther Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72023 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72023, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72023, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabot Junior High North
(Math: 55% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38 Spirit Drive
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3572
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3572
Gr: 7-8 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Cabot Junior High South
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38 Panther Trail
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3573
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3573
Gr: 7-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Cabot Panther Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Funtastic Dr
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3520
Cabot, AR 72023
(501) 743-3520
Gr: 5-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72023, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72023, AR include Cabot Junior High North, Cabot Junior High South and Cabot Panther Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 72023?
3 public middle schools are located in 72023.
What is the racial composition of students in 72023?
72023 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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