For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 924 students in 72434, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72434, AR are Sloan-hendrix Elementary School, Sloan-hendrix High School and Imboden Area Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72434 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72434, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72434, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sloan-hendrix Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2 Greyhound Cir.
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-2101
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-2101
Gr: PK-6 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Sloan-hendrix High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Greyhound Cir.
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-2361
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-2361
Gr: 7-12 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Imboden Area Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
605 W. Third St
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-3015
Imboden, AR 72434
(870) 869-3015
Gr: K-8 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72434, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72434, AR include Sloan-hendrix Elementary School, Sloan-hendrix High School and Imboden Area Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 72434?
3 public schools are located in 72434.
What is the racial composition of students in 72434?
72434 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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