For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 487 students in 71836, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71836, AR are Oscar Hamilton Elementary School and Foreman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71836 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71836, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71836, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oscar Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 N 10th St
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7214
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7214
Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Foreman High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Rocky Comfort Rd
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7212
Foreman, AR 71836
(870) 542-7212
Gr: 7-12 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71836, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71836, AR include Oscar Hamilton Elementary School and Foreman High School.
How many public schools are located in 71836?
2 public schools are located in 71836.
What is the racial composition of students in 71836?
71836 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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