Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Asbell 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Asbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Asbell Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Asbell 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 Asbell Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#386 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
20%
19%
White
36%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asbell Elementary School's ranking?
Asbell Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Asbell Elementary School often compared to?
Asbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Happy Hollow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Asbell Elementary School?
369 students attend Asbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Asbell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Asbell Elementary School?
Asbell Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Asbell Elementary School offer ?
Asbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Asbell Elementary School part of?
Asbell Elementary School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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