For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,082 students in 72076, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72076, AR are Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy and Jacksonville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72076 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72076, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72076, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1030 Cannon Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-1085
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 988-1085
Gr: 5-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Jacksonville Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Linda Lane
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 457-8320
Jacksonville, AR 72076
(501) 457-8320
Gr: 6-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72076, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72076, AR include Jacksonville Lighthouse Flightline Academy and Jacksonville Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72076?
2 public middle schools are located in 72076.
What is the racial composition of students in 72076?
72076 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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