For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,554 students in 72901, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72901, AR are Future School Of Fort Smith, Northside High School and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72901 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Future School Of Fort Smith, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
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: #1 - 21. - 2.
Northside High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 N B St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Gr: 9-12 | 2,231 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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 high schools in 72901, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72901, AR include Future School Of Fort Smith, Northside High School and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many public high schools are located in 72901?
4 public high schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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