For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 370 students in 72086, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72086, AR is Lonoke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72086 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72086, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72086, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lonoke Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 W. Palm St.
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6670
Lonoke, AR 72086
(501) 676-6670
Gr: 6-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72086, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72086, AR include Lonoke Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72086?
1 public middle schools are located in 72086.
What is the racial composition of students in 72086?
72086 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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