For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 368 students in 72685, AR.
Public schools in zipcode 72685 have a diversity score of 0.12, which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72685, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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300 School St.
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-5215
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-5215
Gr: 7-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
300 School St.
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-7102
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-7102
Gr: K-6 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
72685, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 School St
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-5215
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 429-5215
Gr: 7-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
300 School St
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 439-2218
Western Grove, AR 72685
(870) 439-2218
Gr: K-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 72685, AR?
2 public schools are located in 72685, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in 72685?
72685 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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