Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cato Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cato Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cato Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Cato Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cato Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#313 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
32%
19%
White
47%
57%
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
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pulaski County Special School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cato Elementary School's ranking?
Cato Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cato Elementary School often compared to?
Cato Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sylvan Hills Elementary School, Oakbrooke Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cato Elementary School?
305 students attend Cato Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cato Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% 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 Cato Elementary School?
Cato Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cato Elementary School offer ?
Cato Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cato Elementary School part of?
Cato Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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