For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 564 students in 72112, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 72112, AR is Newport High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72112 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72112, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72112 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newport High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72112, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newport High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1321
Grades: 6-12
| 564 students
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Newport Sec Career Center (Ignite)
Vocational School
7648 Victory Blvd
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 512-7825
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 512-7825
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
72112, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
400 North Pecan St
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1351
Grades: PK-3
| n/a students
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1316
Grades: 4-6
| n/a students
406 Wilkerson Dr
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Newport, AR 72112
(870) 523-1346
Grades: 7-8
| 193 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72112, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72112, AR include Newport High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72112?
2 public high schools are located in 72112.
What is the racial composition of students in 72112?
72112 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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