For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,631 students in 72904, AR.
The top-ranked public preschools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Sunnymede Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spradling Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4949 Spradling Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-8048
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Harry C. Morrison Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Newlon Rd
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 782-7045
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Sunnymede Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4201 North O St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Sutton Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Kelley Hwy
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-1778
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
72904, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3300 Harris Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-7720
Gr: K-5 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72904, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72904, AR include Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Sunnymede Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72904?
4 public preschools are located in 72904.
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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