For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 478 students in 71653, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 71653, AR are Lakeside Middle School and Lakeside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71653 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71653, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 71653, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
360 Hwy 82 W
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2970
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2970
Grades: 6-8
| 210 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
336 Hwy 82 W
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2232
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2232
Grades: 9-12
| 268 students
71653, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
365 Hwy 82 W
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2906
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-2906
Grades: K-5
| 269 students
1110 South Lakeshore
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-5402
Lake Village, AR 71653
(870) 265-5402
Grades: PK-2
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71653, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 71653, AR include Lakeside Middle School and Lakeside High School.
How many public schools are located in 71653?
2 public schools are located in 71653.
What is the racial composition of students in 71653?
71653 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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