Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edward D. Trice Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward D. Trice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward D. Trice Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edward D. Trice 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 Edward D. Trice Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
49%
19%
White
40%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward D. Trice Elementary School's ranking?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is ranked #653 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Edward D. Trice Elementary School often compared to?
Edward D. Trice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Edward D. Trice Elementary School?
512 students attend Edward D. Trice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edward D. Trice Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward D. Trice Elementary School?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edward D. Trice Elementary School offer ?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edward D. Trice Elementary School part of?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is part of Texarkana School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward D. Trice Elementary School located?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is located in the Pinson Park neighborhood of Texarkana, AR.
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