Serving 451 students in grades 3-5, Gravette Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gravette Upper Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Gravette Upper 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 Gravette Upper Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#373 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Gravette Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Gravette Upper Elementary School is ranked #373 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gravette Upper Elementary School?
451 students attend Gravette Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gravette Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gravette Upper Elementary School?
Gravette Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gravette Upper Elementary School offer ?
Gravette Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gravette Upper Elementary School part of?
Gravette Upper Elementary School is part of Gravette School District.
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