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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone encompasses the entire Norfork, AR school district, covering approximately 169.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.6 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
White
97%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 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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