Serving 251 students in grades 4-5, Ozark Upper 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 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ozark Upper Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Ozark Upper 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 Ozark Upper Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#426 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ozark Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Ozark Upper Elementary School is ranked #426 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ozark Upper Elementary School?
251 students attend Ozark Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ozark Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ozark Upper Elementary School?
Ozark Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ozark Upper Elementary School offer ?
Ozark Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ozark Upper Elementary School part of?
Ozark Upper Elementary School is part of Ozark School District.
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