Serving 126 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Lepanto Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lepanto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lepanto Elementary School's student population of 126 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lepanto Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
9%
19%
White
77%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AR state average).
How many students attend Lepanto Elementary School?
126 students attend Lepanto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lepanto Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lepanto Elementary School?
Lepanto Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lepanto Elementary School offer ?
Lepanto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lepanto Elementary School part of?
Lepanto Elementary School is part of East Poinsett County School District.
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