Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert L. Davis Elem. School ranks in the top 30% 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L. Davis Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robert L. Davis Elem. School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert L. Davis Elem. School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert L. Davis Elem. School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
31%
19%
White
40%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L. Davis Elem. School's ranking?
Robert L. Davis Elem. School is ranked #284 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Robert L. Davis Elem. School?
530 students attend Robert L. Davis Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Robert L. Davis Elem. School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L. Davis Elem. School?
Robert L. Davis Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert L. Davis Elem. School offer ?
Robert L. Davis Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert L. Davis Elem. School part of?
Robert L. Davis Elem. School is part of Bryant School District.
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