For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in Shirley, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Shirley, AR are Shirley High School and Shirley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shirley, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Shirley have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shirley, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shirley High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 Blue Devil Dr
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Gr: 7-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Shirley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
154 School Dr
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Shirley, AR 72153
(501) 518-2223
Gr: K-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Shirley, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Shirley, AR include Shirley High School and Shirley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Shirley?
2 public schools are located in Shirley.
What is the racial composition of students in Shirley?
Shirley public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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