For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,093 students in 72921, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72921, AR are Alma Middle School, Alma High School and Alma Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72921 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72921, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72921, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alma Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
706 Hwy 64 E
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Gr: 6-8 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Alma High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Main
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2162
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2162
Gr: 9-12 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Alma Intermediate School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1220 W Collum Ln
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Gr: 3-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Hwy 64 E
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-5100
Gr: K-2 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72921, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72921, AR include Alma Middle School, Alma High School and Alma Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 72921?
4 public schools are located in 72921.
What is the racial composition of students in 72921?
72921 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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