For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,831 students in 72903, AR (there are 4 private schools, serving 562 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 72903, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72903, AR are John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72903 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72903, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72903, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John P. Woods Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3201 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-5808
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
L. A. Chaffin Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3025 Massard Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2226
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Euper Lane Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6601 Euper Ln
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 452-2601
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Bonneville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 South Waldron Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 478-3161
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Southside High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 Gary St
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-7371
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-7371
Gr: 9-12 | 2,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Raymond F. Orr Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3609 Phoenix Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 646-3711
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Park Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-4506
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Smith Virtual Academy
Charter School
3205 Jenny Lind Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(844) 989-3399
Gr: 6-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Premier High School Of Fort Smith
Charter School
3400 Rogers Ave Ste 126
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 366-9410
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 366-9410
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72903, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72903, AR include John P. Woods Elementary School, L. A. Chaffin Middle School and Euper Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72903?
9 public schools are located in 72903.
What percentage of students in 72903 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 72903 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72903?
72903 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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