Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Norfork Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arrie Goforth Elementary School serves the entire district of Norfork, AR, encompassing approximately 169.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norfork Elementary School's student population of 273 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norfork 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 Norfork Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#404 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
97%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norfork Elementary School's ranking?
Norfork Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Norfork Elementary School often compared to?
Norfork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amanda Gist Elementary School, Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School, Mountain Home Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Norfork Elementary School?
273 students attend Norfork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Norfork Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norfork Elementary School?
Norfork Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norfork Elementary School offer ?
Norfork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norfork Elementary School part of?
Norfork Elementary School is part of Norfork School District.
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