For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 745 students in 72853, AR (there are , serving 17 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 72853, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72853, AR are Two Rivers High School and Two Rivers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72853 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72853, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72853, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Two Rivers High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17727 Hwy 28 E
Ola, AR 72853
(479) 827-3150
Ola, AR 72853
(479) 827-3150
Gr: 5-12 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Two Rivers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
314 N 6th St
Ola, AR 72853
(479) 489-4160
Ola, AR 72853
(479) 489-4160
Gr: PK-4 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
72853, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72853, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72853, AR include Two Rivers High School and Two Rivers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72853?
2 public schools are located in 72853.
What percentage of students in 72853 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 72853 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72853?
72853 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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