Best 72949 Arkansas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 895 students in 72949, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72949, AR are Ozark Middle School and Ozark Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72949 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72949, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72949, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ozark Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18 W. College
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 468-6111
Gr: 6-7 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Ozark Jr Sr High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1631 Hillbilly Dr.
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-4116
Gr: 8-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72949, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72949, AR include Ozark Middle School and Ozark Jr Sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72949?
2 public middle schools are located in 72949.
What is the racial composition of students in 72949?
72949 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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