Serving 283 students in grades 3-5, Elkins Elementary School 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 64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkins Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Elkins, AR school district, encompassing approximately 100.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elkins Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkins Elementary School 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 Elkins Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#118 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
82%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkins Elementary School's ranking?
Elkins Elementary School is ranked #118 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Elkins Elementary School?
283 students attend Elkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elkins Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkins Elementary School?
Elkins Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkins Elementary School offer ?
Elkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkins Elementary School part of?
Elkins Elementary School is part of Elkins School District.
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