Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beard Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beard Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#122 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
7%
19%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Beard Elementary School's ranking?
Beard Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Beard Elementary School often compared to?
Beard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmer H. Cook Elem. School, Cavanaugh 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Beard Elementary School?
309 students attend Beard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Beard Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beard Elementary School?
Beard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beard Elementary School offer ?
Beard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beard Elementary School part of?
Beard Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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