For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 284 students in 72901, AR.
The top-ranked public charter school in 72901, AR is Future School Of Fort Smith. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Charter schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Future School Of Fort Smith
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
622 N 7th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 431-8695
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 431-8695
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Institute For The Creative Arts School
Charter School
1101 Riverfront Drive
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 434-2114
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 434-2114
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 72901, AR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 72901, AR include Future School Of Fort Smith.
How many public charter schools are located in 72901?
2 public charter schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public charter schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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