Gould Elementary School in Gould, AR serves 86 students from Kindergarten through 6th grade with a student–teacher ratio reported as 0:1 in recent years.
Math proficiency increased to 54% in 2023, which is higher than the state average of 39% and district average of 13%, showing improvement from 38% in 2022.
Reading proficiency declined to 34% in 2022, lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 23%, with scores decreasing since 2019.
Science proficiency was 30% in 2022, lower than the state average of 36% but higher than the district average of 18%.
The student body is predominantly Black (99%), with 91% eligible for free lunch, indicating a high socioeconomic need level that has remained stable over recent years.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
99%
19%
White
1%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gould Elementary School?
86 students attend Gould Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gould Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Gould Elementary School offer ?
Gould Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Gould Elementary School part of?
Gould Elementary School is part of Dumas School District.
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