For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 179 students in 72395, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72395, AR is Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72395 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72395, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72395, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1702 West State Highway 14
Wilson, AR 72395
(870) 655-8111
Wilson, AR 72395
(870) 655-8111
Gr: 7-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72395, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72395, AR include Rivercrest Junior High Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 72395?
1 public middle schools are located in 72395.
What is the racial composition of students in 72395?
72395 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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