For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,526 students in 72104, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 72104, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72104, AR are Glen Rose Elementary School, Magnet Cove Elementary School and Magnet Cove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72104 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72104, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72104, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Rose Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14334 Hwy. 67
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Gr: PK-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Magnet Cove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22083 Hwy 51
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-9131
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 337-9131
Gr: PK-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Magnet Cove High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
472 Magnet School Road
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-5466
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-5466
Gr: 7-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Glen Rose High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14334 Hwy. 67
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3694
Gr: 7-12 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Malvern Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1807 W Moline St
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 467-3166
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 467-3166
Gr: PK-4 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Malvern Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
339 E Donnelly
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-7530
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-7530
Gr: 7-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Malvern High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 E Highland Ave
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6905
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6905
Gr: 9-12 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Wilson Intermediate School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
614 W Moline St
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6452
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-6452
Gr: 5-6 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Three Rivers Career Center
Vocational School
One College Cir
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3658
Malvern, AR 72104
(501) 332-3658
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72104, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72104, AR include Glen Rose Elementary School, Magnet Cove Elementary School and Magnet Cove High School.
How many public schools are located in 72104?
9 public schools are located in 72104.
What percentage of students in 72104 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 72104 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72104?
72104 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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