For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,190 students in Alma, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Alma, AR are Alma Middle School and Alma Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alma have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Alma, AR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alma Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
706 Hwy 64 E
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2168
Grades: 6-8
| 732 students
Rank: #22.
Alma Intermediate School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1220 W Collum Ln
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Alma, AR 72921
(479) 632-2166
Grades: 3-5
| 721 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Alma, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Alma, AR include Alma Middle School and Alma Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alma, AR?
3 public elementary schools are located in Alma, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in Alma, AR?
Alma, AR public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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