Serving 346 students in grades 3-5, Gentry Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gentry Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gentry Intermediate School's student population of 346 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gentry Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gentry Intermediate School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
56%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gentry Intermediate School's ranking?
Gentry Intermediate School is ranked #385 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gentry Intermediate School often compared to?
Gentry Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Gentry Intermediate School?
346 students attend Gentry Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gentry Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gentry Intermediate School?
Gentry Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gentry Intermediate School offer ?
Gentry Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Gentry Intermediate School part of?
Gentry Intermediate School is part of Gentry School District.
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