For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 549 students in 72396, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 72396, AR is Wynne Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72396 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72396, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72396, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wynne Junior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
849 E Eldridge Ave
Wynne, AR 72396
(870) 238-5040
Wynne, AR 72396
(870) 238-5040
Grades: 6-8
| 549 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72396, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72396, AR include Wynne Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72396?
1 public middle schools are located in 72396.
What is the racial composition of students in 72396?
72396 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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