Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Amanda Gist Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amanda Gist Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amanda Gist Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
95%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda Gist Elementary School's ranking?
Amanda Gist Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
353 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, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amanda Gist Elementary School?
Amanda Gist Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amanda Gist Elementary School offer ?
Amanda Gist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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