Alma Primary School serves 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Attendance Zone: ALMA PRIMARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Alma, AR, covering approximately 102.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alma Primary School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alma Primary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alma Primary School often compared to?
Alma Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Alma Primary School?
704 students attend Alma Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Alma Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alma Primary School?
Alma Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alma Primary School offer ?
Alma Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alma Primary School part of?
Alma Primary School is part of Alma School District.
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