For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 392 students in Kirby, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Kirby, AR are Kirby Elementary School and Kirby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kirby, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Kirby have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kirby, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kirby Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2614 Hwy 27n.
Kirby, AR 71950
(870) 398-4213
Kirby, AR 71950
(870) 398-4213
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Kirby High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2614 Hwy 27n.
Kirby, AR 71950
(870) 398-4211
Kirby, AR 71950
(870) 398-4211
Gr: 7-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kirby, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Kirby, AR include Kirby Elementary School and Kirby High School.
How many public schools are located in Kirby?
2 public schools are located in Kirby.
What is the racial composition of students in Kirby?
Kirby public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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