For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,547 students in 72501, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR are Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72501 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72501, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72501, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Eagle Mountain Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 698-9141
Gr: PK-5 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2460 Batesville Blvd
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2661
Gr: PK-3 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Scott Dr
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 251-2332
Gr: 4-6 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Batesville Junior High School Charter
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
#2 Pioneer Drive
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7533
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
West Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Hill St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-9878
Gr: K-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
72501, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
955 Water Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2316
Gr: 6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Central Magnet Math & Science (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
650 Vine St
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-7498
Gr: K-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
1900 Lyon Street
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Batesville, AR 72501
(870) 793-2821
Gr: PK-K | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72501, AR include Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Southside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 72501.
What is the racial composition of students in 72501?
72501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).