For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 266 students in 72579, AR.
The top-ranked public school in 72579, AR is Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 72579 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72579, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72579, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
480 N Main
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-3149
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-3149
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
72579, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 98
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-8088
Sulphur Rock, AR 72579
(870) 799-8088
Gr: 7-12 | 152 students Minority enrollment: 1%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72579, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72579, AR include Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72579?
1 public schools are located in 72579.
What is the racial composition of students in 72579?
72579 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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