Central Elementary School serves 547 students in grades 3-6.
Central Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#683 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
54%
20%
White
36%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
547 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Magnolia School District.
School Reviews
1 3/20/2020
My son I did wonderfully up til 5th grade, he gets here, and it all goes downhill!! I don't know what to do!!! Even the secretary is mean!!!
2 3/9/2007
THE ONLY GOOD THING I CAN SAY ABOUT THIS SCHOOL IS THE EXTRACURRUCULAR ACTIVITIES, SUCH AS BAND AND QUIZ BOWL. THE QUALITY OF THE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IS BELOW AVERAGE. THE VIEW OF THE SCHOOL IN MY OPINION IS TO TEACH THE CHILDREN HOW TO PASS THE STATE TESTS THAT ARE REQUIRED. I'M NOT SAYING THAT ALL THE TEACHERS DON'T CARE ABOUT THEIR STUDENTS, MOST OF THEM DO, BUT THAT IS ALL THEY WORRY ABOUT. THE TEST REFLECTS ON THEM, AND IF THE KIDS DON'T DO WELL, ITS THE TEACHERS FAULT. ALSO AT THIS SCHOOL THE DISCIPLINARY RULES ARE VERY LAX, IN MY OPINION. ALL THE RULES DON'T APPLY TO ALL THE CHILDREN. I WOULD URGE YOU AS PARENTS TO THINK ABOUT HOMESCHOOLING, SO YOUR CHILD CAN RECEIVE A COMPLETE EDUCATION, AND BE SAFE AT THE SAME TIME. I HOPE THIS REVIEW HELPS (IF IT GETS POSTED).
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