For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 259 students in 71861, AR.
The top ranked public high school in 71861, AR is Taylor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 71861 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71861, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71861 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Taylor High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71861, AR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taylor High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
506 E Pine St
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-2251
Taylor, AR 71861
(870) 694-2251
Grades: 7-12
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71861, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 71861, AR include Taylor High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71861?
1 public high schools are located in 71861.
What is the racial composition of students in 71861?
71861 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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