For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,268 students in 72076, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72076, AR are Jacksonville Lighthouse High School and Jacksonville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72076 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72076, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72076 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72076, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
251 N. First Street
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1228
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 985-1228
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Jacksonville High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 W Main Street
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-2128
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 982-2128
Gr: 9-12 | 1,208 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72076, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72076, AR include Jacksonville Lighthouse High School and Jacksonville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72076?
2 public high schools are located in 72076.
What is the racial composition of students in 72076?
72076 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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