Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elmer H. Cook 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 61% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmer H. Cook Elementary School serves the southern part of Fort Smith, AR, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Elmer H. Cook 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 Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#129 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
8%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
20%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crusader Cerulean, Cook Crimson, Armor Black, Shield White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmer H. Cook Elementary School's ranking?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Elmer H. Cook Elementary School often compared to?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beard Elementary School, Cavanaugh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Elmer H. Cook Elementary School?
459 students attend Elmer H. Cook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elmer H. Cook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer H. Cook Elementary School?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmer H. Cook Elementary School offer ?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmer H. Cook Elementary School part of?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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