Bragg Elementary School in West Memphis, AR serves 514 students in grades K–6 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14:1.
Math proficiency at Bragg Elementary is 20%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and slightly higher than the district average of 18%; math scores have declined from 55% in 2019 to 20% in 2023.
Reading proficiency is 14%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and approximately equal to the district average of 15%, showing a decline from 31% in 2019 to 14% in 2023.
Science proficiency is 15%, lower than the state average of 36%, but slightly above the district average of 14%, with stable performance from 2021 to 2022.
Enrollment has decreased from 591 students in 2019 to 514 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remains very high at nearly 100%, indicating sustained socioeconomic challenges in this West Memphis public elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bragg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bragg Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Bragg 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 Bragg Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#895 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
62%
19%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Memphis School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bragg Elementary School's ranking?
Bragg Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bragg Elementary School often compared to?
Bragg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School, Maddux Elementary School, Faulk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bragg Elementary School?
473 students attend Bragg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bragg Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bragg Elementary School?
Bragg Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bragg Elementary School offer ?
Bragg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bragg Elementary School part of?
Bragg Elementary School is part of West Memphis School District.
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