For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 381 students in 72040, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in 72040, AR is Des Arc Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 72040 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72040, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72040, AR Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Arc Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2100 Hickory St
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Des Arc, AR 72040
(870) 256-4128
Gr: PK-6 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72040, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72040, AR include Des Arc Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72040?
1 public preschools are located in 72040.
What is the racial composition of students in 72040?
72040 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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