For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 3,386 students in 72719, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 480 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 72719, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72719, AR are Centerton Gamble Elementary School and Bentonville West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72719 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72719, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72719, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centerton Gamble Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1550 Gamble Road
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 696-3400
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 696-3400
Gr: K-4 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Bentonville West High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5303 Bright Road
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 286-9800
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 286-9800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,661 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72719, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72719, AR include Centerton Gamble Elementary School and Bentonville West High School.
How many public schools are located in 72719?
2 public schools are located in 72719.
What percentage of students in 72719 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 72719 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72719?
72719 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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