For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 170 students in 72021, AR.
The top-ranked public high school in 72021, AR is Brinkley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 72021 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72021, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72021 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brinkley High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72021, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brinkley High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Tiger Drive
Brinkley, AR 72021
(870) 734-5005
Brinkley, AR 72021
(870) 734-5005
Gr: 7-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72021, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72021, AR include Brinkley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72021?
1 public high schools are located in 72021.
What is the racial composition of students in 72021?
72021 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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