For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 434 students in 72638, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72638, AR is Green Forest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 72638 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72638, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72638 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Green Forest High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72638, AR Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Forest High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Phillips Ave
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5203
Green Forest, AR 72638
(870) 438-5203
Gr: 9-12 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72638, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72638, AR include Green Forest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72638?
1 public high schools are located in 72638.
What is the racial composition of students in 72638?
72638 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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