For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 707 students in 72137, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 72137, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72137, AR are Rose Bud Elementary School and Rose Bud High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72137 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72137, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72137, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rose Bud Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
124 School Road
Rose Bud, AR 72137
(501) 556-5152
Rose Bud, AR 72137
(501) 556-5152
Gr: PK-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Rose Bud High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
124 School Road
Rose Bud, AR 72137
(501) 556-5404
Rose Bud, AR 72137
(501) 556-5404
Gr: 7-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72137, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72137, AR include Rose Bud Elementary School and Rose Bud High School.
How many public schools are located in 72137?
2 public schools are located in 72137.
What percentage of students in 72137 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 72137 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72137?
72137 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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