Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bobby Barrett Elementary School's student population of 231 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 Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Bobby Barrett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bobby Barrett Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
93%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bobby Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bobby Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Bobby Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caddo Hills Elementary School, Oden Schools 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 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bobby Barrett Elementary School?
231 students attend Bobby Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bobby Barrett Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bobby Barrett Elementary School?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bobby Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bobby Barrett Elementary School part of?
Bobby Barrett Elementary School is part of Mount Ida School District.
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