Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gandy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gandy Elementary School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gandy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gandy Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#453 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
29%
19%
White
64%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gandy Elementary School's ranking?
Gandy Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gandy Elementary School?
333 students attend Gandy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gandy Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gandy Elementary School?
Gandy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gandy Elementary School offer ?
Gandy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gandy Elementary School part of?
Gandy Elementary School is part of White Hall School District.
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