Atkins Elementary School in Atkins, AR serves 322 students in grades K–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is lower than nearby Dover Elementary's 15 to 1 ratio.
Math proficiency ranges from 40% to 44%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 39% but slightly below the district average of 45%.
Reading proficiency is between 25% and 29%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and the district average of 40%.
Science proficiency at Atkins Elementary is 30% to 34%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 36%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #322 in 2019 to #608 in 2023, reflecting a downward trend in comparative performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atkins Elementary School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Atkins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkins Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#608 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkins Elementary School's ranking?
Atkins Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Atkins Elementary School often compared to?
Atkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hector Elementary School, Dover Elementary School, London Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Atkins Elementary School?
370 students attend Atkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Atkins Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atkins Elementary School?
Atkins Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atkins Elementary School offer ?
Atkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atkins Elementary School part of?
Atkins Elementary School is part of Atkins School District.
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