For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,688 students in 72903, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72903, AR are John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72903 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72903, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72903, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John P. Woods Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3201 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #22.
L. A. Chaffin Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3025 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Grades: 6-8
| 691 students
Rank: #33.
Euper Lane Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6601 Euper Ln
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Grades: PK-5
| 401 students
Rank: #44.
Bonneville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 S Waldron Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
Rank: #55.
Raymond F. Orr Elem. School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3609 Phoenix St
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Rank: #66.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Park Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Smith Virtual Academy
Charter School
5900 Painter Lane
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Grades: K-12
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72903, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72903, AR include John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72903?
7 public elementary schools are located in 72903.
What is the racial composition of students in 72903?
72903 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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