For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,143 students in 72921, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72921, AR are Alma Middle School, Alma High School and Alma Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72921 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72921, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72921, AR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alma Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
706 Hwy 64 E
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Rank: #22.
Alma High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Main
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2162
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2162
Grades: 9-12
| 1,003 students
Rank: #33.
Alma Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1220 W Collum Ln
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Grades: 3-5
| 723 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alma Primary School
Magnet School
1600 Hwy 64 E
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Grades: K-2
| 701 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72921, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72921, AR include Alma Middle School, Alma High School and Alma Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 72921?
4 public schools are located in 72921.
What is the racial composition of students in 72921?
72921 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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