For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,044 students in 72949, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72949, AR are Ozark Middle School, Elgin B Milton Primary School and Ozark Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72949 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72949, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72949, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ozark Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18 W. College
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 468-6111
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 468-6111
Gr: 6-7 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Elgin B Milton Primary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 Walden Drive
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-4745
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-4745
Gr: PK-3 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Ozark Upper Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 Walden Drive
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-3464
Ozark, AR 72949
(479) 667-3464
Gr: 4-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72949, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72949, AR include Ozark Middle School, Elgin B Milton Primary School and Ozark Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72949?
3 public elementary schools are located in 72949.
What is the racial composition of students in 72949?
72949 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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