For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,028 students in 71655, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71655, AR are Monticello Intermediate School, Monticello Middle School and Drew Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71655 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71655, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71655, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monticello Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
280 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4030
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4030
Gr: 3-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
212 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4040
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4040
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Drew Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6893
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6893
Gr: PK-4 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Drew Central Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-5235
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-5235
Gr: 5-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
745 Old Warren Road
Monticello, AR 71655
(501) 682-1144
Monticello, AR 71655
(501) 682-1144
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
1037 Scogin Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4010
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4010
Gr: PK-2 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 71655, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 71655, AR include Monticello Intermediate School, Monticello Middle School and Drew Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71655?
6 public elementary schools are located in 71655.
What is the racial composition of students in 71655?
71655 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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