For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,194 students in 71901, AR (there are , serving 187 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 71901, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 71901, AR are Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School, Lakeside Intermediate School and Lakeside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71901 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71901, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71901, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
617 Main St
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5661
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5661
Grades: PK-6
| 437 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Intermediate School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2855 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Grades: 2-4
| 705 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1110 S Lakeshore Dr
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Grades: 5-6
| 546 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeside Junior High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2839 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 770-1120
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 770-1120
Grades: 7-8
| 556 students
Rank: #55.
Fountain Lake Middle School Cobra Digital Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1730
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1730
Grades: 5-8
| 405 students
Rank: #66.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2871 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Grades: 9-12
| 1,114 students
Rank: #77.
Cutter-morning Star Elem. School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2801 Spring St
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1883
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1883
Grades: K-6
| 345 students
Rank: #88.
Fountain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 624-0431
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 624-0431
Grades: K-4
| 448 students
Rank: #99.
Fountain Lake Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1706
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1706
Grades: 9-12
| 359 students
Rank: #1010.
Cutter-morning Star High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Spring Street
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1220
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1220
Grades: 7-12
| 316 students
Rank: #1111.
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Silver Street
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Grades: PK-6
| 520 students
Rank: n/an/a
2841 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Grades: K-1
| 443 students
71901, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5655
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 623-5655
Grades: 5-8
| 430 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71901, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71901, AR include Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School, Lakeside Intermediate School and Lakeside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 71901?
12 public schools are located in 71901.
What percentage of students in 71901 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 71901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71901?
71901 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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