Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cross County Elementary Tech Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy's student population of 405 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy 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 Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is 0.17, 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
#137 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
4%
19%
White
91%
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
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross County Elementary Tech Academy's ranking?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is ranked #137 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cross County Elementary Tech Academy often compared to?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Palestine-wheatley Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cross County Elementary Tech Academy?
405 students attend Cross County Elementary Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cross County Elementary Tech Academy students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cross County Elementary Tech Academy?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cross County Elementary Tech Academy offer ?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Cross County Elementary Tech Academy part of?
Cross County Elementary Tech Academy is part of Cross County School District.
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