For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,589 students in 71901, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 170 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 71901, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 71901, AR are Lakeside Junior High School, Lakeside Intermediate School and Lakeside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71901 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 71901, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71901, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Junior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2839 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 770-1120
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 770-1120
Gr: 7-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Intermediate School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2855 Malvern Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2332
Gr: 2-4 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2923 Malvern Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-6244
Gr: 5-6 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2871 Malvern Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1530
Gr: 8-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Fountain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4207 Park Ave
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1708
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1708
Gr: PK-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Cutter-morning Star Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Spring Street
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Fountain Lake Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4207 Park Avenue
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1700
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 701-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #88.
Cutter-morning Star High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Spring Street
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-2414
Gr: 7-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Chestnut
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 620-7821
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
2841 Malvern
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
(501) 262-1921
Gr: PK-1 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 71901, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 71901, AR include Lakeside Junior High School, Lakeside Intermediate School and Lakeside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 71901?
10 public schools are located in 71901.
What percentage of students in 71901 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 71901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71901?
71901 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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