For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,054 students in 72761, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72761, AR are Southside Elementary School and Siloam Springs Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72761 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72761, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72761, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 W. Tulsa
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-3183
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-3183
Gr: 3-4 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Siloam Springs Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 North Mount Olive
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-8152
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-8152
Gr: 5-6 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
1900 N. Mt. Olive
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-0358
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
(479) 524-0358
Gr: 1-2 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72761, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72761, AR include Southside Elementary School and Siloam Springs Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72761?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72761.
What is the racial composition of students in 72761?
72761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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