For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,041 students in 72687, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72687, AR are Yellville-summit Elementary School and Yellville-summit High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72687 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72687, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72687, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yellville-summit Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1124 N Panther Ave
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4244
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4244
Gr: PK-4 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Yellville-summit High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 N Panther Ave
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Gr: 9-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
1124 N Panther Ave
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-6533
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-6533
Gr: 5-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72687, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72687, AR include Yellville-summit Elementary School and Yellville-summit High School.
How many public schools are located in 72687?
3 public schools are located in 72687.
What is the racial composition of students in 72687?
72687 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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