For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 444 students in 72958, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72958, AR are Waldron Middle School and Adventure Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72958 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72958, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72958, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waldron Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2075 Rice St.
Waldron, AR 72958
(479) 637-4549
Waldron, AR 72958
(479) 637-4549
Gr: 5-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Adventure Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
408 Elm St
Waldron, AR 72958
(479) 637-2720
Waldron, AR 72958
(479) 637-2720
Gr: 2-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72958, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72958, AR include Waldron Middle School and Adventure Online Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 72958?
2 public middle schools are located in 72958.
What is the racial composition of students in 72958?
72958 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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