Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Horatio Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horatio Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horatio Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horatio Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#341 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
74%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horatio Elementary School's ranking?
Horatio Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Horatio Elementary School often compared to?
Horatio Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horatio High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Horatio Elementary School?
373 students attend Horatio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Horatio Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horatio Elementary School?
Horatio Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horatio Elementary School offer ?
Horatio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Horatio Elementary School part of?
Horatio Elementary School is part of Horatio School District.
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