Best 72521 Arkansas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 259 students in 72521, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72521, AR is Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72521, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
711 N. Main
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Gr: 6-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72521, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72521, AR include Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory.
How many public middle schools are located in 72521?
1 public middle schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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