Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barling 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 50-54% (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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (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
School Overview
Barling Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barling 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 Barling Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#342 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
60%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barling Elementary School's ranking?
Barling Elementary School is ranked #342 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Barling Elementary School often compared to?
Barling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Pike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Barling Elementary School?
330 students attend Barling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Barling Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barling Elementary School?
Barling Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barling Elementary School offer ?
Barling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barling Elementary School part of?
Barling Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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