For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in 72354, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72354, AR are Lepanto Elementary School and East Poinsett Co. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72354 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72354, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72354, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lepanto Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Mcclellan St
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2632
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2632
Gr: K-2 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
East Poinsett Co. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Mcclellan St
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2331
Lepanto, AR 72354
(870) 475-2331
Gr: 7-12 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72354, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72354, AR include Lepanto Elementary School and East Poinsett Co. High School.
How many public schools are located in 72354?
2 public schools are located in 72354.
What is the racial composition of students in 72354?
72354 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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