Best 72801 Arkansas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 839 students in 72801, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72801, AR is Russellville Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72801 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72801, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72801, AR Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russellville Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2000 West Parkway
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-1599
Gr: 8-9 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Ark Tech Univeristy Career Center
Vocational School
215 West O Street
Russellville, AR 72801
(844) 804-2628
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Premier High School Of Russellville
Charter School
400 Hardin Rd Suite 120
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 235-4455
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72801, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72801, AR include Russellville Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72801?
3 public high schools are located in 72801.
What is the racial composition of students in 72801?
72801 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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