Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Ida Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses approximately 316.1 square miles in and around Mount Ida, AR, covering the entire school district, with a typical drive to the school taking 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.9 miles, reaching up to 21.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bobby Barrett Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bobby Barrett Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bobby Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bobby Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Bobby Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caddo Hills Elementary School, Oden Schools 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bobby Barrett Elementary School?
218 students attend Bobby Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bobby Barrett Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bobby Barrett Elementary School?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bobby Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bobby Barrett Elementary School part of?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School is part of Mount Ida School District.
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