- BERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–2 · 423 students
- BERRYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 547 students
- BERRYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 421 students
- BERRYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL — Grades 3–5 · 406 students
| Metric | Berryville Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,863 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $9,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berryville Public Schools (this district) | 6/10 | 51st | 1,863 |
| Bearden School District | 2/10 | 13th | 476 |
| Gurdon School District | 1/10 | 10th | 645 |
| Prescott School District | 2/10 | 11th | 938 |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in AR → 51st percentile → 6/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Berryville Public Schools
Berryville Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 72616 in Berryville, Arkansas. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 72616. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Berryville Public Schools runs approximately $9,500 annually, placing it near the Arkansas state average of approximately $9,500 and significantly below the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts with constrained budgets face challenges with class sizes, program breadth, and facility upkeep. Ask specifically about available services when enrolling. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Berryville Public Schools is a mid-sized district with 4 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 1,863 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Berryville Public Schools 8 out of 10 — above average among Arkansas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Arkansas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Berryville Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Arkansas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 72616
Children in zip code 72616 are assigned to Berryville Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 72616, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Berryville Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arkansas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Berryville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Berryville Public Schools serves zip code 72616, homes in and around zip code 72616 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arkansas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Berryville Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 72616.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Berryville Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 72616 data.