For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 students in Stuttgart, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Stuttgart, AR are Park Avenue Elementary School and Meekins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stuttgart, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Stuttgart have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Stuttgart, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 S. Park Ave.
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3563
Gr: PK-4 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Meekins Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 West 19th Street
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Stuttgart, AR 72160
(870) 673-3565
Gr: 5-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Stuttgart, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Stuttgart, AR include Park Avenue Elementary School and Meekins Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Stuttgart?
2 public elementary schools are located in Stuttgart.
What is the racial composition of students in Stuttgart?
Stuttgart public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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