Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet 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 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School's student population of 554 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet 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 Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School is 0.70, 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
#858 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
45%
19%
White
22%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
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)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School's ranking?
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School is ranked #858 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School often compared to?
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Primary School, Lake Hamilton Primary School, Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School?
554 students attend Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School?
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School offer ?
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School part of?
Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School is part of Hot Springs School District.
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