Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Albert Pike Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert Pike Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Albert Pike Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert Pike Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Pike Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
50%
14%
Black
15%
19%
White
24%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Pike Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Pike Elementary School is ranked #906 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Albert Pike Elementary School often compared to?
Albert Pike Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Albert Pike Elementary School?
356 students attend Albert Pike Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Albert Pike Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert Pike Elementary School?
Albert Pike Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albert Pike Elementary School offer ?
Albert Pike Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Albert Pike Elementary School part of?
Albert Pike Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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