Serving 494 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 60% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
9%
19%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmer H. Cook Elementary School's ranking?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 997 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 Cavanaugh Elementary School, Beard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
494 students attend Elmer H. Cook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Elmer H. Cook Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 13:1.
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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