For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,498 students in 72901, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in 72901, AR are Northside High School and Belle Point Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72901 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). High schools in 72901, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72901 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northside High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 72901, AR Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 North B St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-1171
Grades: 9-12
| 2,433 students
Rank: #22.
Belle Point Alternative Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 783-7034
Grades: 6-12
| 65 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72901, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72901, AR include Northside High School and Belle Point Alternative Center.
How many public high schools are located in 72901?
2 public high schools are located in 72901.
What is the racial composition of students in 72901?
72901 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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