Gentry Primary School serves 372 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gentry Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gentry Primary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To ensure all Students Connect, Learn, and Succeed.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gentry Primary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
55%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 schools are Gentry Primary School often compared to?
Gentry Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gentry Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gentry Primary School?
372 students attend Gentry Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gentry Primary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gentry Primary School?
Gentry Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gentry Primary School offer ?
Gentry Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gentry Primary School part of?
Gentry Primary School is part of Gentry School District.
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