For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 359 students in 72562, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72562, AR is Cedar Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 72562 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72562, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72562 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cedar Ridge High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72562, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Ridge High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 N Hill St
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Newark, AR 72562
(870) 799-8691
Gr: 6-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72562, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72562, AR include Cedar Ridge High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72562?
1 public high schools are located in 72562.
What is the racial composition of students in 72562?
72562 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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