For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,331 students in 72765, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72765, AR are Sonora Middle School and J. O. Kelly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72765 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72765, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72765, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonora Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17051 East Highway 412
Springdale, AR 72765
(479) 750-8821
Springdale, AR 72765
(479) 750-8821
Gr: 6-7 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
J. O. Kelly Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1879 East Robinson Avenue
Springdale, AR 72765
(479) 750-8730
Springdale, AR 72765
(479) 750-8730
Gr: 6-7 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72765, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72765, AR include Sonora Middle School and J. O. Kelly Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72765?
2 public middle schools are located in 72765.
What is the racial composition of students in 72765?
72765 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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