Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Turnbow 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 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turnbow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Turnbow Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Thoroughbreds
School Rankings
Turnbow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turnbow Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#598 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
50%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
18%
58%
Hawaiian
26%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thoroughbreds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turnbow Elementary School's ranking?
Turnbow Elementary School is ranked #598 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Turnbow Elementary School often compared to?
Turnbow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonora Elementary School, Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Turnbow Elementary School?
551 students attend Turnbow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Turnbow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Hawaiian, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turnbow Elementary School?
Turnbow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turnbow Elementary School offer ?
Turnbow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turnbow Elementary School part of?
Turnbow Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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