For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 259 students in 71861, AR.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 71861 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71861, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71861, AR Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taylor High School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: 7-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71861, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71861, AR include Taylor High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71861?
1 public middle schools are located in 71861.
What is the racial composition of students in 71861?
71861 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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