For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,129 students in 71854, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71854, AR is Arkansas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71854 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71854, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71854, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arkansas Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5443 Jefferson Ave
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 621-3990
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 621-3990
Gr: 6-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
12074 Highway 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Gr: 7-9 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71854, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71854, AR include Arkansas Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71854?
2 public middle schools are located in 71854.
What is the racial composition of students in 71854?
71854 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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