For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 801 students in 71837, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71837, AR are Paulette Smith Middle School and Fouke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71837 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71837, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71837, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulette Smith Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Panther Dr
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-2304
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-2304
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Fouke Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
370 E Red Cut Rd
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4165
Fouke, AR 71837
(870) 653-4165
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71837, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71837, AR include Paulette Smith Middle School and Fouke Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71837.
What is the racial composition of students in 71837?
71837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).