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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Green Forest, Arkansas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$65,921

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$159,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
18 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
75%

Of occupied housing units

How Green Forest compares

Arkansas rank

#41 of 123

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Arkansas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$66k

119% of Arkansas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Green Forest, Arkansas

Green Forest, Arkansas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Green Forest show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Green Forest is Green Forest Intermed School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Green Forest is served by 1 school district: GREEN FOREST SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,422 students.

Green Forest's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,921. The poverty rate in the area is 15.9%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 72638 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 474 students · Pre-K–3rd 6.4

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 514 students · 4th–8th 7.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 434 students · 9th–12th 5.8

Schools in Green Forest

Green Forest, Arkansas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,921

Median Home Value

$159,400

Median Rent

$798/mo

Population

7,068

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Community Profile

Green Forest has a median household income of $65,921. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,400, with a median rent of $798/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.6/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Green Forest, Arkansas

How many schools are in Green Forest, Arkansas?

Green Forest has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Green Forest is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The top-ranked school in Green Forest on MySchoolScout is Green Forest Intermed School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Green Forest on MySchoolScout is Green Forest Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The top-ranked middle school in Green Forest on MySchoolScout is Green Forest Intermed School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best high school in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The top-ranked high school in Green Forest on MySchoolScout is Green Forest High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Green Forest, Arkansas?

Green Forest is served by 1 school district: Green Forest School District.

What is the education level in Green Forest, Arkansas?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Green Forest have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The median household income in Green Forest is approximately $65,921 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Green Forest, Arkansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Green Forest is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Green Forest, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.