Serving 265 students in grades 1-4, Carroll Smith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Osceola Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Osceola, AR school district, encompassing approximately 52 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carroll Smith Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carroll Smith 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 Carroll Smith Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#799 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
84%
19%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
64%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seminoles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Carroll Smith Elementary School is ranked #799 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Carroll Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Carroll Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rivercrest Elementary School, Buffalo Island Central Elementary School, Manila Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Carroll Smith Elementary School?
265 students attend Carroll Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carroll Smith Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll Smith Elementary School?
Carroll Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carroll Smith Elementary School offer ?
Carroll Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carroll Smith Elementary School part of?
Carroll Smith Elementary School is part of Osceola School District.
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