For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,134 students in Heber Springs, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Heber Springs, AR are Heber Springs Middle School and Heber Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Heber Springs, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Heber Springs have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Heber Springs, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heber Springs Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 W Main St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-2488
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Heber Springs Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 W Pine St
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Heber Springs, AR 72543
(501) 362-8155
Gr: PK-5 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Heber Springs, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Heber Springs, AR include Heber Springs Middle School and Heber Springs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Heber Springs?
2 public elementary schools are located in Heber Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Heber Springs?
Heber Springs public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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