For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 549 students in 71743, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71743, AR are Cabe Elementary School and Gurdon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71743 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71743, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71743, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 N 10th St
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4321
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4321
Gr: K-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Gurdon High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7777 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Gr: 7-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
71743, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7780 Hwy 67 S
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-4311
Gr: 5-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71743, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71743, AR include Cabe Elementary School and Gurdon High School.
How many public schools are located in 71743?
2 public schools are located in 71743.
What is the racial composition of students in 71743?
71743 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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