Central Elementary School serves 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 68%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 709 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)68%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)62%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
93%
19%
White
5%
58%
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%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% AR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% AR state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
709 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Forrest City School District.
School Reviews
1 3/25/2020
They are a corporate punishment school with low academic levels and if they would get the heartless people they call teachers OUT, they could contribute to the overall school score. The best teachers, teach from the heart!
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