For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,438 students in 72417, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR are Brookland Elementary School and Brookland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72417 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72417, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72417, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brookland Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 N Oak St
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Grades: 1-3
| 740 students
Rank: #22.
Brookland Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 W School St
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Grades: 4-6
| 698 students
72417, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 W. School St.
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Brookland, AR 72417
(870) 932-2080
Grades: 5-8
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72417, AR include Brookland Elementary School and Brookland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72417.
What is the racial composition of students in 72417?
72417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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