For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 784 students in 72941, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72941, AR are Lavaca Middle School, Lavaca Elementary School and Lavaca High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72941 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72941, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72941, AR Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lavaca Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
603 N Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5618
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5618
Gr: 5-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lavaca Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Division St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5613
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5613
Gr: K-4 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Lavaca High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
311 Holly St
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5612
Lavaca, AR 72941
(479) 674-5612
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72941, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72941, AR include Lavaca Middle School, Lavaca Elementary School and Lavaca High School.
How many public schools are located in 72941?
3 public schools are located in 72941.
What is the racial composition of students in 72941?
72941 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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