Hermitage Elementary School in Hermitage, AR, serves 227 students in grades Pre–K through 6 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
Math proficiency is 40–44%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 39% and higher than the district average of 33%, while reading proficiency ranges from 35–39%, lower than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency is 25–29%, placing Hermitage Elementary in the bottom 50% relative to Arkansas state average science proficiency of 36%.
The school's overall testing rank improved from #627 in 2021 to #454 in 2023, indicating upward movement within the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
Enrollment remains stable around 227 students with 100% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a significant increase from 6% eligibility in 2018 and indicating major socioeconomic shifts in the Hermitage community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermitage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hermitage Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermitage 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 Hermitage Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
14%
19%
White
55%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermitage Elementary School's ranking?
Hermitage Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hermitage Elementary School often compared to?
Hermitage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren 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 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hermitage Elementary School?
217 students attend Hermitage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hermitage Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermitage Elementary School?
Hermitage Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermitage Elementary School offer ?
Hermitage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermitage Elementary School part of?
Hermitage Elementary School is part of Hermitage School District.
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