For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 570 students in 71603, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71603, AR is Watson Chapel Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71603 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71603, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 71603, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watson Chapel Junior High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Camden Road
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 879-4420
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 879-4420
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Friendship Aspire Academy Southeast Middle School Pine Bluff
Charter School
Pine Bluff Ar 71603
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 218-1250
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
(870) 218-1250
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71603, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71603, AR include Watson Chapel Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71603?
2 public middle schools are located in 71603.
What is the racial composition of students in 71603?
71603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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