For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 156 students in 72722, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 72722, AR is Decatur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72722 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72722, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72722, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Gr: 5-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72722, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72722, AR include Decatur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72722?
1 public middle schools are located in 72722.
What is the racial composition of students in 72722?
72722 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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