For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,474 students in 72904, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 287 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 72904, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72904, AR are Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Dora Kimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72904 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72904, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72904, AR Public Schools (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 | 307 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 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Dora Kimmons Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 N 50th St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 785-2451
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Sunnymede Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4201 N O St
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Fort Smith, AR 72904
(479) 783-6327
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
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 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72904, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72904, AR include Spradling Elementary School, Harry C. Morrison Elementary School and Dora Kimmons Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 72904?
5 public schools are located in 72904.
What percentage of students in 72904 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 72904 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72904?
72904 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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