For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 402 students in Alpena, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Alpena, AR are Alpena Elementary School and Alpena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alpena, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Alpena have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Alpena, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alpena Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300d South Denver
Alpena, AR 72611
(866) 425-7362
Alpena, AR 72611
(866) 425-7362
Gr: PK-6 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Alpena High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300a South Denver
Alpena, AR 72611
(866) 425-7362
Alpena, AR 72611
(866) 425-7362
Gr: 7-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alpena, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Alpena, AR include Alpena Elementary School and Alpena High School.
How many public schools are located in Alpena?
2 public schools are located in Alpena.
What is the racial composition of students in Alpena?
Alpena public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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