For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 481 students in Bee Branch, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR are South Side Elementary School and South Side High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bee Branch, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Bee Branch have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Bee Branch, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
334 Southside Rd
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2200
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2200
Grades: K-6
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
South Side High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
334 Southside Rd
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2242
Bee Branch, AR 72013
(501) 654-2242
Grades: 7-12
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Bee Branch, AR include South Side Elementary School and South Side High School.
How many public schools are located in Bee Branch?
2 public schools are located in Bee Branch.
What is the racial composition of students in Bee Branch?
Bee Branch public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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