For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 648 students in Horatio, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Horatio, AR are Horatio Elementary School and Horatio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Horatio, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Horatio have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Horatio, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horatio Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Isbell
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-1930
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-1930
Gr: K-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Horatio High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Metcalf
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-1900
Horatio, AR 71842
(870) 832-1900
Gr: 7-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Horatio, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Horatio, AR include Horatio Elementary School and Horatio High School.
How many public schools are located in Horatio?
2 public schools are located in Horatio.
What is the racial composition of students in Horatio?
Horatio public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Horatio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Horatio include: Horatio Elementary School vs. Horatio High School
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