Grady Elementary School in Grady, AR serves 129 students from Pre–K through 6th grade with a student–teacher ratio not currently reported; 50% of students are eligible for free lunch, indicating a significant low–income population.
Math proficiency in 2023 is 54%, which is higher than the state average of 39% and the Star City School District average of 30%, showing improvement from 38% in 2022.
Reading proficiency declined to 34% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 40% but higher than the district average of 27%, indicating a downward trend from 47% in 2019.
Science proficiency is 30% in 2022, lower than the state average of 36% but higher than the district average of 22%, with a slight decline from 33% in 2021.
The student body is predominantly Black (109 students), with Hispanic (14) and White (6) minorities remaining stable; enrollment has remained consistent at 129 students over recent years.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
84%
19%
White
5%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Grady Elementary School?
129 students attend Grady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Grady Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What grades does Grady Elementary School offer ?
Grady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Grady Elementary School part of?
Grady Elementary School is part of Star City School District.
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