For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 724 students in 71742, AR (there are , serving 93 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 71742, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 71742, AR are Fordyce Elementary Schools and Fordyce High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71742 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71742, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71742, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fordyce Elementary Schools
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Redbug Cir
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2816
Grades: PK-6
| 370 students
Rank: #22.
Fordyce High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Redbug Blvd
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2126
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-2126
Grades: 7-12
| 354 students
71742, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
75 Redbug Blvd
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-7121
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-7121
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
104 W College St
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Fordyce, AR 71742
(870) 352-3302
Grades: K-2
| 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71742, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71742, AR include Fordyce Elementary Schools and Fordyce High School.
How many public schools are located in 71742?
2 public schools are located in 71742.
What percentage of students in 71742 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 71742 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71742?
71742 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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