Serving 362 students in grades 3-5, Gentry Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gentry Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gentry Intermediate School's student population of 362 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gentry Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gentry Intermediate School is 0.62, 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
#575 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
58%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Gentry Intermediate School's ranking?
Gentry Intermediate School is ranked #575 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gentry Intermediate School often compared to?
Gentry Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gentry Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gentry Intermediate School?
362 students attend Gentry Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gentry Intermediate School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gentry Intermediate School?
Gentry Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gentry Intermediate School offer ?
Gentry Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gentry Intermediate School part of?
Gentry Intermediate School is part of Gentry School District.
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