Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Fork 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 40-44% (which is higher 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 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fork Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fork 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 West Fork Elementary School is 0.26, which is less 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
#533 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
86%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 West Fork Elementary School's ranking?
West Fork Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Fork Elementary School often compared to?
West Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 West Fork Elementary School?
263 students attend West Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Fork Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Fork Elementary School?
West Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Fork Elementary School offer ?
West Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Fork Elementary School part of?
West Fork Elementary School is part of West Fork School District.
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