Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cross County Elementary Tech Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cherry Valley, AR, encompassing approximately 292.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 11.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 17.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy's student population of 415 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is 0.17, 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
#139 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
5%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
91%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross County Elementary Tech Academy's ranking?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is ranked #139 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cross County Elementary Tech Academy often compared to?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Palestine-wheatley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cross County Elementary Tech Academy?
415 students attend Cross County Elementary Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cross County Elementary Tech Academy students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross County Elementary Tech Academy?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross County Elementary Tech Academy offer ?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross County Elementary Tech Academy part of?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is part of Cross County School District.
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