Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Charleston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charleston Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#146 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Charleston Elementary School's ranking?
Charleston Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Charleston Elementary School often compared to?
Charleston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Charleston Elementary School?
454 students attend Charleston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Charleston Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston Elementary School?
Charleston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charleston Elementary School offer ?
Charleston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Charleston Elementary School part of?
Charleston Elementary School is part of Charleston School District.
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