Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tilles Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tilles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tilles Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger
School Rankings
Tilles 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 Tilles Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#827 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
51%
15%
Black
13%
19%
White
27%
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
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fort Smith School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilles Elementary School's ranking?
Tilles Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Tilles Elementary School often compared to?
Tilles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euper Lane Elementary School, Sunnymede Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Tilles Elementary School?
343 students attend Tilles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tilles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tilles Elementary School?
Tilles Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tilles Elementary School offer ?
Tilles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tilles Elementary School part of?
Tilles Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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