For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 359 students in 72521, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72521, AR is Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 72521 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72521, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72521 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72521, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
620 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 9-12
| 359 students
72521, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 600
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5392
Grades: 7-12
| 479 students
711 N Main St
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Cave City, AR 72521
(870) 283-5391
Grades: 5-6
| 210 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72521, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72521, AR include Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School.
How many public high schools are located in 72521?
1 public high schools are located in 72521.
What is the racial composition of students in 72521?
72521 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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