Chidester Elementary School serves 75 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 55% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
55%
19%
White
45%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Chidester Elementary School?
75 students attend Chidester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Chidester Elementary School students are Black, and 45% of students are White.
What grades does Chidester Elementary School offer ?
Chidester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chidester Elementary School part of?
Chidester Elementary School is part of Camden Fairview School District.
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