Serving 375 students in grades 4-6, Nashville 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 52% (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 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nashville Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Nashville, AR, encompassing approximately 236.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nashville Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
It's a Great Day to Be a Scrapper!
School Rankings
Nashville 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 Nashville Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#328 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
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)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
17%
10%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashville Elementary School's ranking?
Nashville Elementary School is ranked #328 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?
52% 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 Nashville Elementary School?
375 students attend Nashville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Nashville Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashville Elementary School?
Nashville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nashville Elementary School offer ?
Nashville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashville Elementary School part of?
Nashville Elementary School is part of Nashville School District.
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