For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 426 students in Rosston, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Rosston, AR are Nevada Elementary School and Nevada High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rosston, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Rosston have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rosston, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nevada Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6580 Us Hwy 278
Rosston, AR 71858
(870) 871-2475
Rosston, AR 71858
(870) 871-2475
Gr: K-6 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Nevada High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6580 Us Hwy 278
Rosston, AR 71858
(870) 871-2478
Rosston, AR 71858
(870) 871-2478
Gr: 7-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rosston, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Rosston, AR include Nevada Elementary School and Nevada High School.
How many public schools are located in Rosston?
2 public schools are located in Rosston.
What is the racial composition of students in Rosston?
Rosston public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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