For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,110 students in Texarkana, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 478 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Texarkana, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in Texarkana, AR are Genoa Central Elementary School, Gary E. Cobb Middle School and North Heights Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Texarkana, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Texarkana have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Texarkana, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Genoa Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12018 St Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7501
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7501
Gr: K-3 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Gary E. Cobb Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11986 St Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7571
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7571
Gr: 4-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
North Heights Community School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2118 E 35th
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 773-1091
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 773-1091
Gr: K-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Genoa Central High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12472 St Hwy 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7521
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7521
Gr: 10-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Edward D. Trice Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4505 Pinson
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-8431
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-8431
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Arkansas Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5443 Jefferson Ave
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 621-3990
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 621-3990
Gr: 6-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Fairview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 E 17th Street
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9241
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Vera Kilpatrick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1002 E 35th St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9691
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9691
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #99.
Arkansas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Jefferson
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-7641
Gr: 9-12 | 1,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1010.
College Hill Harmony Leadership Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Forrest St
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 772-0281
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
12074 Highway 196
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 653-7601
Gr: 7-9 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Artesian
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9111
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 774-9111
Gr: PK | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Premier High School Of Texarkana
Charter School
3400 Rogers Ave Ste 126
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 571-6246
Texarkana, AR 71854
(870) 571-6246
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Texarkana, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Texarkana, AR include Genoa Central Elementary School, Gary E. Cobb Middle School and North Heights Community School.
How many public schools are located in Texarkana?
13 public schools are located in Texarkana.
What percentage of students in Texarkana go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Texarkana are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Texarkana?
Texarkana public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Texarkana are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Texarkana include: Vera Kilpatrick Elementary School vs. Edward D. Trice Elementary School, Edward D. Trice Elementary School vs. Vera Kilpatrick Elementary School
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