For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 339 students in Emerson, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Emerson, AR are Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emerson, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Emerson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Emerson, AR (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
508 W Main
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2218
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2218
Gr: K-6 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Emerson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Church St
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2862
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 547-2862
Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Emerson, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Emerson, AR include Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School.
How many public schools are located in Emerson?
2 public schools are located in Emerson.
What is the racial composition of students in Emerson?
Emerson public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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