For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 999 students in Elkins, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elkins, AR are Elkins Middle School and Elkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkins, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elkins have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elkins, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkins Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-2552
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Elkins Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3382
Gr: 3-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
349 N Center
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3380
Elkins, AR 72727
(479) 643-3380
Gr: PK-2 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Elkins, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elkins, AR include Elkins Middle School and Elkins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elkins?
3 public elementary schools are located in Elkins.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkins?
Elkins public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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