For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 800 students in 72904, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 72904, AR is Dora Kimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dora Kimmons Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 N 50th St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Grades: 6-8
| 800 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72904, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72904, AR include Dora Kimmons Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72904?
1 public middle schools are located in 72904.
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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