Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George 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 39% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
George Elementary School's student population of 676 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Giants
School Rankings
George 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 George Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#587 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
69%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
11%
57%
Hawaiian
14%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springdale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Elementary School's ranking?
George Elementary School is ranked #587 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are George Elementary School often compared to?
George Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Tyson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend George Elementary School?
676 students attend George Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of George Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Elementary School?
George Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Elementary School offer ?
George Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Elementary School part of?
George Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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