For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,704 students in 71854, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 71854, AR are Genoa Central High School and Arkansas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71854 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 71854, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71854 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Genoa Central High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71854, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Genoa Central High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12472 St Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7521
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7521
Gr: 10-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Arkansas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Jefferson
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Gr: 9-12 | 1,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
12074 Highway 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Gr: 7-9 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Premier High School Of Texarkana
Charter School
3400 Rogers Ave Ste 126
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 571-6246
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 571-6246
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 71854, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 71854, AR include Genoa Central High School and Arkansas High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71854?
4 public high schools are located in 71854.
What is the racial composition of students in 71854?
71854 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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