Serving 636 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George 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 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George 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 George Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#467 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
65%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
13%
58%
Hawaiian
15%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 George Elementary School's ranking?
George Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are George Elementary School often compared to?
George Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Tyson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend George Elementary School?
636 students attend George Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of George Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Elementary School?
George Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Elementary School offer ?
George Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Elementary School part of?
George Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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