Arkansas Varsity Week Two Top 10 Football Rankings

The Bryant Hornets once again look like a team on a mission. - Jimmy Jones Photo

Week one of Arkansas high school football is in the books, and while some teams solidified their spots among the state’s elite, others saw their grip on the rankings slip away. From 7A down to 2A—and even in the growing 8-Man Division—early-season storylines are already shaping the statewide picture.

ArkansasVarsity.com Natural State Top 10

1. Bryant (2-0) – The Hornets remain the measuring stick in Arkansas, showing once again why they’re chasing yet another state title.

2. Bentonville (2-0) – Behind a physical front, the Tigers look like the biggest challenger to Bryant in 7A.

3. Greenwood (2-0) – The Bulldogs have been explosive out of the gate, picking up right where they left off last season.

4. Fayetteville (2-0) – The Purple Dogs’ offense continues to hum, and their early success has them looking like a real threat in the West.

5. Rogers (2-0) – The Mounties aren’t sneaking up on anyone anymore—this is a team ready to prove it belongs.

6. Shiloh Christian (1-0) – The Saints stay unbeaten after a Week 1 bye, setting up big tests ahead.

7. Joe T. Robinson (1-1) – The Senators are proving battle-tested early, splitting their first two.

8. Conway (1-1) – After a tough loss, the Wampus Cats steadied themselves with a bounce-back win.

9. LR Parkview (0-1) – The Patriots stumbled out of the gate, but talent alone keeps them in the top 10 for now.

10. Valley View (1-1) – The Blazers stay in the mix, but will need consistency to hold this spot.

Dropped out: Benton (0-2)

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 7A Top 10

Bryant and Bentonville remain the class of Arkansas’ largest classification, but Fayetteville and Rogers aren’t far behind. Conway steadied itself, while Bentonville West and Springdale are lurking. Northside and Cabot are winless but still hanging in the rankings—for now.

1. Bryant (2-0)

2. Bentonville (2-0)

3. Fayetteville (2-0)

4. Rogers (2-0)

5. Bentonville West (1-1)

6. Conway (1-1)

7. Springdale (1-1)

8. Northside (0-2)

9. Cabot (0-2)

10. Har-Ber (1-1)

Dropped out: None

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 6A Top 10

Greenwood continues to be the class of 6A, with Shiloh Christian close behind. Mountain Home and Southside have been impressive at 2-0, while Lake Hamilton, Marion, and El Dorado round out a loaded field.

1. Greenwood (2-0)

2. Shiloh Christian (1-0)

3. Mountain Home (2-0)

4. FS Southside (2-0)

5. Lake Hamilton (2-0)

6. Marion (1-1)

7. El Dorado (1-1)

8. Sylvan Hills (1-1)

9. Sheridan (1-1)

10. Searcy (1-1)

Dropped out: Benton (0-2)

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 5A Top 10

Parkview still holds the top spot despite an 0-1 record, but Robinson, Farmington, and Morrilton are knocking on the door. Valley View, Camden Fairview, and Greenbrier give the class real depth.

1. LR Parkview (0-1)

2. Joe T. Robinson (1-1)

3. Morrilton (2-0)

4. HS Lakeside (2-0)

5. Farmington (1-1)

6. Valley View (1-1)

7. Camden Fairview (1-1)

8. Greenbrier (2-0)

9. Wynne (1-1)

10. Beebe (1-1)

Dropped out: Nettleton (1-1)

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 4A Top 10

Arkadelphia, Dardanelle, and LR Mills lead the way with unblemished records. Southside Batesville and Gosnell are looking strong, while Warren and Nashville look dangerous despite early losses.

1. Arkadelphia (2-0)

2. Dardanelle (2-0)

3. LR Mills (2-0)

4. Elkins (1-1)

5. Southside Batesville (2-0)

6. Warren (1-1)

7. Gosnell (2-0)

8. Ozark (1-1)

9. Nashville (1-1)

10. Gentry (1-1)

Dropped out: Malvern (0-2)

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 3A Top 10

Salem and Fordyce are setting the pace, while Charleston remains dangerous after a limited start. Booneville, Mansfield, and Newport are all in the hunt. Prescott and Rivercrest, however, have fallen off the radar early.

1. Salem (2-0)

2. Fordyce (2-0)

3. Charleston (1-0)

4. Glen Rose (2-0)

5. Booneville (0-1)

6. Mansfield (2-0)

7. Newport (1-1)

8. Mayflower (2-0)

9. Bismarck (1-1)

10. Rison (1-0)

Dropped out: Prescott (0-2), Rivercrest (0-2)

ArkansasVarsity.com Class 2A Top 10

East Poinsett County and Junction City are off to flawless starts, while Carlisle is close behind. Traditional powers like Mount Ida and Des Arc remain in the mix.

1. East Poinsett County (2-0)

2. Junction City (2-0)

3. Carlisle (2-0)

4. Mount Ida (0-1)

5. Des Arc (1-1)

6. Cross County (1-1)

7. Conway Christian (1-1)

8. England (1-1)

9. Bigelow (0-2)

10. Poyen (0-2)

Dropped out: None

ArkansasVarsity.com 8-Man Division Top 5

The growing 8-Man Division continues to bring excitement, with Strong-Huttig setting the pace. Midland and Cedar Ridge aren’t far behind, while Rector and Woodlawn round out the group.

1. Strong-Huttig (1-0)

2. Midland (2-0)

3. Cedar Ridge (1-0)

4. Rector (0-1)

5. Woodlawn (1-0)

Dropped out: Brinkley (0-1)