For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 791 students in 71949, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71949, AR are Jessieville Elementary School, Jessieville Middle School and Jessieville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71949 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71949, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71949, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jessieville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7900 N Highway 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5665
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Jessieville Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 N Highway 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5610
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Jessieville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 N Highway 7
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5011
Jessieville, AR 71949
(501) 984-5011
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71949, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71949, AR include Jessieville Elementary School, Jessieville Middle School and Jessieville High School.
How many public schools are located in 71949?
3 public schools are located in 71949.
What is the racial composition of students in 71949?
71949 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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