Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gibbs Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gibbs Magnet 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 Gibbs Magnet 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
#195 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
65%
19%
White
27%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Gibbs Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Magnet Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gibbs Magnet Elementary School?
269 students attend Gibbs Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gibbs Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gibbs Magnet Elementary School?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gibbs Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School part of?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School located?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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