For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,105 students in 72455, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR are Pocahontas Elementary School and Pocahontas Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72455 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72455, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72455, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2864 Thomasville
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: PK-3 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Pocahontas Upper Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2301 North Park Street
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: 4-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72455, AR include Pocahontas Elementary School and Pocahontas Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72455?
2 public elementary schools are located in 72455.
What is the racial composition of students in 72455?
72455 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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