Hoxie Elementary School in Hoxie, AR, serves 499 students from prekindergarten through grade 6 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14 to 1.
Math proficiency is 48%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and Hoxie School District's 36%, though reading proficiency is 33%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 34%.
Science proficiency at Hoxie Elementary is 37%, slightly higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 35%, showing relative stability in science achievement.
The school's overall testing rank declined from #368 in 2019 to #483 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in relative academic performance within the state.
Enrollment and demographics have remained stable with 7% minority enrollment and consistent 99–100% eligibility for free lunch over recent years, reflecting a steady socioeconomic composition at this rural Arkansas elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hoxie Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hoxie, AR, covering approximately 125.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.6 miles and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hoxie Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning today for a better tomorrow!
School Rankings
Hoxie 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 Hoxie Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#483 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
94%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoxie Elementary School's ranking?
Hoxie Elementary School is ranked #483 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hoxie Elementary School often compared to?
Hoxie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sloan-hendrix Elementary School, Walnut Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hoxie Elementary School?
500 students attend Hoxie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hoxie Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoxie Elementary School?
Hoxie Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hoxie Elementary School offer ?
Hoxie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hoxie Elementary School part of?
Hoxie Elementary School is part of Hoxie School District.
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