Serving 480 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 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gravette Upper Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Gravette school district, encompassing approximately 150.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge being around 7.3 miles and the furthest edge located 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gravette Upper Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gravette Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gravette Upper Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)20%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
LionPride orange and black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gravette Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Gravette Upper Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 989 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
480 students attend Gravette Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gravette Upper Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
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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