For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,760 students in 72404, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR are Valley View Junior High School, Westside Middle School and Westside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72404 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72404, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72404, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Junior High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2118 Valley View Drive
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-6361
Gr: 7-9 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Westside Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Hwy 91 West
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Gr: 5-7 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Westside High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1630 Hwy 91 West
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Jonesboro, AR 72404
(870) 935-7501
Gr: 8-12 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72404, AR include Valley View Junior High School, Westside Middle School and Westside High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72404?
3 public middle schools are located in 72404.
What is the racial composition of students in 72404?
72404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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