For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,011 students in 72342, AR.
The top ranked public preschools in 72342, AR are Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy and J.f. Wahl Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72342 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72342, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72342, AR Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 Cherry St
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9800
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 753-9800
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #22.
J.f. Wahl Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 Hicklory Hill
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4425
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 338-4425
Grades: PK-6
| 541 students
72342, Arkansas 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3367
Grades: 7-12
| 68 students
14582 Hwy 44
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Helena, AR 72342
(870) 827-3573
Grades: K-6
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 72342, AR?
The top ranked public preschools in 72342, AR include Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy and J.f. Wahl Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72342?
2 public preschools are located in 72342.
What is the racial composition of students in 72342?
72342 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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