For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 383 students in 72324, AR.
The top ranked public elementary school in 72324, AR is Cross County Ele Tech Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 72324 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72324, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72324, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cross County Ele Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2622 Hwy 42
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Grades: K-6
| 383 students
72324, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 300
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Grades: K-6
| 147 students
21 County Rd 215
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3337
Grades: 7-12
| 322 students
3211 Hwy 42
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Cherry Valley, AR 72324
(870) 588-3327
Grades: 4-6
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72324, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72324, AR include Cross County Ele Tech Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72324?
1 public elementary schools are located in 72324.
What is the racial composition of students in 72324?
72324 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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