For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,121 students in 72653, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72653, AR are Pinkston Middle School and Mountain Home Career Academies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72653 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72653, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72653, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinkston Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 South College
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1236
Gr: 6-7 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Home Career Academies
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Bomber Blvd.
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1215
Gr: 8-12 | 1,523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Guy Berry College And Career Academy
Charter School
500 Bomber Blvd.
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Mountain Home, AR 72653
(870) 425-1261
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72653, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72653, AR include Pinkston Middle School and Mountain Home Career Academies.
How many public middle schools are located in 72653?
3 public middle schools are located in 72653.
What is the racial composition of students in 72653?
72653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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