Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Amanda Gist Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Amanda Gist Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cotter school district, covering approximately 34.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda Gist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amanda Gist Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amanda Gist Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amanda Gist Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda Gist Elementary School's ranking?
Amanda Gist Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Amanda Gist Elementary School often compared to?
Amanda Gist Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School, Norfork Elementary School, Mountain Home Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Amanda Gist Elementary School?
374 students attend Amanda Gist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Amanda Gist Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amanda Gist Elementary School?
Amanda Gist Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amanda Gist Elementary School offer ?
Amanda Gist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amanda Gist Elementary School part of?
Amanda Gist Elementary School is part of Cotter School District.
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