Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spradling Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spradling Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spradling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spradling Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#632 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
62%
14%
Black
9%
19%
White
17%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spradling Elementary School's ranking?
Spradling Elementary School is ranked #632 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Spradling Elementary School often compared to?
Spradling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutton Elementary School, Tilles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Spradling Elementary School?
325 students attend Spradling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Spradling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spradling Elementary School?
Spradling Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spradling Elementary School offer ?
Spradling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spradling Elementary School part of?
Spradling Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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