For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 768 students in 72556, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72556, AR are Melbourne Elementary School and Melbourne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72556 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72556, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72556, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melbourne Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
303 School Dr
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Gr: K-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Melbourne High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2270 Lacrosse Rd
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-4500
Gr: 7-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Ozarka College Technical Center
Vocational School
218 College Drive
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-7371
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-7371
Gr: 9-12
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72556, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72556, AR include Melbourne Elementary School and Melbourne High School.
How many public schools are located in 72556?
3 public schools are located in 72556.
What is the racial composition of students in 72556?
72556 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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