Northside Elementary School in Cabot, AR serves 395 students in grades PK–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is approximately equal to the district average but lower than some neighboring schools.
Math proficiency is 55–59%, ranking among the top 20% in Arkansas and higher than the state average of 39% and district average of 51%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 30–34%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 48%, showing a notable decline since 2018 when proficiency was above 60%.
Science proficiency is 40–44%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 43%, indicating relative strength in this subject area.
The school's overall ranking has declined from #160 in 2019 to #396 in 2023, reflecting downward trends in academic performance; meanwhile, minority enrollment is 24% and the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced lunch decreased slightly to 54% in 2023, showing modest changes in the socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary School serves the northwest part of Cabot, AR, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#396 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stagecoach Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
370 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Cabot School District.
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