For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 940 students in 72364, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 72364, AR is Marion Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72364 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72364, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72364, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Grades: 8-9
| 645 students
Rank: n/an/a
10 Patriot Drive
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Grades: 7
| 295 students
72364, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 L H Polk Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Grades: 4-5
| 628 students
10 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Grades: 6-7
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72364, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72364, AR include Marion Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72364?
2 public middle schools are located in 72364.
What is the racial composition of students in 72364?
72364 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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