For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,337 students in 72401, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR are International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72401 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72401, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72401, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1218 Cobb St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Gr: 1-6 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Visual & Performing Art Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1804 Hillcrest Dr
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Gr: 1-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Steam Intermediate
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2219 Thorn Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Gr: 3-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Health/wellness Envi Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Rosemond Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Gr: 1-6 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Math & Science Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
213 E Thomas Green Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Gr: 1-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
University Heights School Of Medical Arts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Aggie Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
Gr: 3-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Leadership Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 W Washington Ave
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Gr: 1-6 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
2305 Vera
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Gr: PK-2 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Bowling Ln
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Gr: PK-2 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
72401, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jonesboro Vocational Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1727 S Main St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Gr: 9-12
Raider Open Door Academy Charter (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4109 Race Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Gr: 4-7 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR include International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Art Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72401?
9 public elementary schools are located in 72401.
What is the racial composition of students in 72401?
72401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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