For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 856 students in 71655, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71655, AR are Monticello High School and Drew Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71655 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71655, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71655 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Drew Central High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71655, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monticello High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
390 Clyde Ross
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4050
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4050
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Drew Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
250 University Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6076
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-6076
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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
Monticello Occupational Education Center
Vocational School
741 Scogin Dr
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4060
Monticello, AR 71655
(870) 367-4060
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71655, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71655, AR include Monticello High School and Drew Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71655?
4 public high schools are located in 71655.
What is the racial composition of students in 71655?
71655 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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