Serving 242 students in grades 4-5, Ozark Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ozark Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ozark Upper Elementary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ozark Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ozark Upper Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
88%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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 #524 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Ozark Upper Elementary School?
242 students attend Ozark Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ozark Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ozark Upper Elementary School?
Ozark Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ozark Upper Elementary School offer ?
Ozark Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Ozark Upper Elementary School part of?
Ozark Upper Elementary School is part of Ozark School District.
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