For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,410 students in 72342, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72342, AR are Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy, Kippdelta College Prep School and J.f. Wahl Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72342 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72342, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72342, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 Cherry St
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9800
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9800
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Kippdelta College Prep School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
215 Cherry St
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
J.f. Wahl Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 Hicklory Hill
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4425
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4425
Gr: PK-6 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Kippdelta Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 Missouri St
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9444
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
72342, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Gr: K-6 | 34 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72342, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72342, AR include Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy, Kippdelta College Prep School and J.f. Wahl Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72342?
4 public schools are located in 72342.
What is the racial composition of students in 72342?
72342 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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