For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,305 students in 71953, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 71953, AR are Mena Middle School, Holly Harshman Elementary School and Acorn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71953 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71953, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71953, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mena Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 S Morrow
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2572
Gr: 6-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Holly Harshman Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Geyer Drive
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-3151
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-3151
Gr: 3-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Acorn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-4833
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-4833
Gr: K-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Acorn High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
143 Polk Road 96
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-5544
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-5544
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Mena High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Dallas Ave
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1144
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-1144
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
106 Reine Street N
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2943
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2943
Gr: K-2 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Ua Rich Mountain Technical Center
Vocational School
1100 College Drive
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-7622
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-7622
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71953, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71953, AR include Mena Middle School, Holly Harshman Elementary School and Acorn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71953?
8 public schools are located in 71953.
What is the racial composition of students in 71953?
71953 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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