For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 824 students in 72903, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72903, AR is L. A. Chaffin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72903 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72903, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72903, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L. A. Chaffin Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3025 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Smith Virtual Academy
Charter School
5900 Painter Lane
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Gr: K-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72903, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72903, AR include L. A. Chaffin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72903?
2 public middle schools are located in 72903.
What is the racial composition of students in 72903?
72903 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).