Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School's student population of 766 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
66%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
11%
59%
Hawaiian
19%
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School's ranking?
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School often compared to?
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turnbow Elementary School, George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School?
766 students attend Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School?
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School offer ?
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School part of?
Linda Childers Knapp Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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