Best Schools in Blytheville, Arkansas
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Blytheville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gosnell Elementary School
Elementary · Gosnell School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School
High · Kipp Delta Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gosnell High School
High · Gosnell School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Blytheville for 2026 are Gosnell Elementary School (7.7/10), Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School (6.1/10), and Gosnell High School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Blytheville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gosnell Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Gosnell High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Blytheville Middle School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Blytheville High School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Kipp: Blytheville College Prep | 3.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Blytheville Elementary School | 2.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $54,297
- Median home value
- $117,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Blytheville compares
Arkansas rank
#116 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$54k
98% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Blytheville, Arkansas
Blytheville, Arkansas is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Blytheville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Blytheville is Gosnell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Blytheville is served by 3 school districts: GOSNELL SCHOOL DISTRICT, KIPP DELTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, BLYTHEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,857 students.
Blytheville's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,297. The poverty rate in the area is 19.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 582 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 341 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.8 |
| 3 | 305 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.6 |
| 4 | 326 students · 3rd–5th | 2.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 191 students · 7th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 133 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 606 students · 7th–12th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 411 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Blytheville
Blytheville, Arkansas · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,297
Median Home Value
$117,700
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
20,100
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Community Profile
Blytheville has a median household income of $54,297. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,700, with a median rent of $802/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Blytheville, Arkansas
How many schools are in Blytheville, Arkansas?
Blytheville has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blytheville is 5.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Blytheville on MySchoolScout is Gosnell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blytheville on MySchoolScout is Gosnell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Blytheville on MySchoolScout is Blytheville Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Blytheville on MySchoolScout is Kipp Blytheville Collegiate High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Blytheville, Arkansas?
Blytheville is served by 3 school districts: Gosnell School District, Kipp Delta Public Schools, Blytheville School District.
What is the education level in Blytheville, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Blytheville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The median household income in Blytheville is approximately $54,297 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blytheville, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blytheville is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blytheville, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.