For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 362 students in Emerson, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR are Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emerson, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Emerson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Emerson, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
508 West Main
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 626-3306
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 626-3306
Gr: K-6 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Emerson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
212 Grayson
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 626-3305
Emerson, AR 71740
(870) 626-3305
Gr: 7-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Emerson, AR include Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School.
How many public schools are located in Emerson?
2 public schools are located in Emerson.
What is the racial composition of students in Emerson?
Emerson public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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