Best Public Schools in Cotter, AR (2025-26)

Best Cotter Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 677 students in Cotter, AR.

The top ranked public schools in Cotter, AR are Amanda Gist Elementary School and Cotter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Cotter, AR public schools have an score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Cotter have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Cotter, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Amanda Gist Elementary School

(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 41%)
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152 Lucille St
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6655

Gr: K-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Rank: #22.

Cotter High School

(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
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198 Melba Ave
Cotter, AR 72626
(870) 435-6171

Gr: 7-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Cotter, AR?

The top ranked public schools in Cotter, AR include Amanda Gist Elementary School and Cotter High School.

How many public schools are located in Cotter?

2 public schools are located in Cotter.

What is the racial composition of students in Cotter?

Cotter public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).