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Best 72401 Arkansas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,838 students in 72401, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 342 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 72401, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72401, AR are International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Arts Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72401 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72401, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best 72401, AR Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1218 Cobb Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5825
Gr: 1-6 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1804 Hillcrest Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5830
Gr: 1-6 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Steam Intermediate
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2219 Thorn St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7809
Gr: 3-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Health Wellness & Environmental Studies Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 Rosemond Avenue
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5850
Gr: 1-6 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Annie Camp Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1814 West Nettleton Avenue
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5820
Gr: 7-9 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Math & Science Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
213 E Thomas Green Rd
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5845
Gr: 1-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
University Heights School Of Medical Arts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3901 Aggie Rd.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 336-4700
Gr: 3-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #88.
Douglas Macarthur Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1615 Wilkins Av
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5840
Gr: 7-9 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Nettleton Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4208 Chieftain Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7819
Gr: 7-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1010.
The Academies At Jonesboro High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
618 W. Nettleton
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5881
Gr: 7-12 | 1,505 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1111.
Leadership Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 West Washington Avenue
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5855
Gr: 1-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1212.
Nettleton High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4207 Race Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7805
Gr: 9-12 | 1,054 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Learning Center
1307 Flint Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5876
Gr: PK | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Kindergarten Center
618 W. Nettleton
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5835
Gr: K | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Nettleton Steam Elementary School
2305 Promise Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7831
Gr: PK-2 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Arkansas Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
1727 S Main St
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 933-5891
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
University Heights Elementary School
300 Bowling Lane
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 910-7823
Gr: PK-2 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 72401, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72401, AR include International Studies Magnet, Visual & Performing Arts Magnet and Nettleton Steam Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 72401?
17 public schools are located in 72401.
What percentage of students in 72401 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 72401 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72401?
72401 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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