Lepanto Public RecordsArkansas

Lepanto, a small city in Poinsett County, Arkansas, is served primarily by East Poinsett County School District, which operates one elementary and one high school. East Poinsett County High School has approximately 250 students and a graduation rate near 90%. The city itself has no colleges; only about 10% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree. School safety initiatives are in place, with routine drills and a student-to-resource officer ratio of about 400:1. Educational programs include STEM clubs and adult GED opportunities, reflecting a district public school rating of 5/10 (GreatSchools).

Lepanto, Poinsett, AR, has a homeownership rate of around 55%, with a median home value near $70,000 and median rent approximately $670 per month. The housing market is stable, with modest appreciation over recent years. Most homes are single-family, ranch-style houses, with some duplexes and rental properties. Notable neighborhoods include central Lepanto and areas near Highway 135. Property taxes are low, averaging about 0.6% of assessed value annually, which is roughly $420 for a median-priced home. The city's affordability appeals to families and retirees seeking a quiet, small-town atmosphere.

Lepanto, a city in Poinsett County, Arkansas, had a population of approximately 1,655 in the 2020 Census. About 53% of residents are female and 47% are male. The median age is 36.9 years. Racially, the population is roughly 71% White, 22% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% identifying as two or more races. Youth under 18 make up around 24% of the population, while about 18% are 65 or older.

Lepanto, located in Poinsett County, Arkansas, has limited local healthcare facilities; as of 2024, there are no hospitals within city limits, with the nearest hospital—St. Bernards CrossRidge Community Hospital—about 12 miles away in Wynne. The city has a few clinics, such as East Arkansas Family Health Center. Around 90% of residents are insured (2022 Census), but over 15% live below the poverty line. The population is about 1,700, primarily White and African American. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Access to specialists requires travel to larger cities like Jonesboro or Memphis.

Lepanto, Arkansas, located in Poinsett County, relies primarily on personal vehicles for transportation, with nearly 90% of residents commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute time is approximately 24 minutes, slightly below the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with about 95% of households owning at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure includes access to State Highway 140 and local roads; public transportation options are minimal. Major employment hubs are primarily local schools, healthcare facilities, and agriculture-related businesses, with many residents also commuting to nearby towns for work.