For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,551 students in 72901, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR are Ramsey Middle School, William O. Darby Middle School and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramsey Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3201 Jenny Lind Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-5115
Gr: 6-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
William O. Darby Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
616 N 14th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72901, AR include Ramsey Middle School, William O. Darby Middle School and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 72901?
3 public middle schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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