Serving 374 students in grades 2-3, Clarksville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 2-3
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Clarksville Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarksville 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 Clarksville Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#508 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
47%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Clarksville Elementary School's ranking?
Clarksville Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Clarksville Elementary School?
374 students attend Clarksville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Clarksville Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarksville Elementary School?
Clarksville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarksville Elementary School offer ?
Clarksville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Clarksville Elementary School part of?
Clarksville Elementary School is part of Clarksville School District.
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