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Best 72956 Arkansas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,803 students in 72956, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72956, AR are Van Buren High School, Van Buren Freshman Academy and River Valley Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72956 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72956, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72956 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Van Buren High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72956, AR Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Buren High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2001 Pointer Trail
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 474-6821
Gr: 10-12 | 1,228 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Van Buren Freshman Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
821 Pointer Trail
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 471-3160
Gr: 9 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
River Valley Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Northridge Drive
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 471-3165
Gr: K-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 72956 Arkansas

72956, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
913 North 24th St
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 474-7059
Gr: 5-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
301 Mt Vista Ave
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 474-6918
Gr: K-5
501 N 24th St
Van Buren, AR 72956
(479) 471-3150
Gr: K-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72956, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72956, AR include Van Buren High School, Van Buren Freshman Academy and River Valley Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 72956?
3 public high schools are located in 72956.
What is the racial composition of students in 72956?
72956 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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