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Best 72401 Arkansas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,447 students in 72401, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR are International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Arts Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72401 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72401, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 72401, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1218 Cobb Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Gr: 1-6 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1804 Hillcrest Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Gr: 1-6 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Steam Intermediate
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2219 Thorn St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Gr: 3-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Health Wellness & Environmental Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 Rosemond Avenue
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Gr: 1-6 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Math & Science Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
213 E Thomas Green Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Gr: 1-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
University Heights School Of Medical Arts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3901 Aggie Rd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 336-4700
Gr: 3-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Leadership Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 West Washington Avenue
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Gr: 1-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Nettleton Steam Elementary School
2305 Promise Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Gr: PK-2 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
University Heights Elementary School
300 Bowling Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Gr: PK-2 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72401, AR include International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Arts Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72401?
9 public elementary schools are located in 72401.
What is the racial composition of students in 72401?
72401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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