Serving 400 students in grades 4-6, Nashville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nashville Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nashville 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 Nashville Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#433 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
21%
19%
White
54%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashville Elementary School's ranking?
Nashville Elementary School is ranked #433 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Nashville Elementary School?
400 students attend Nashville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nashville Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nashville Elementary School?
Nashville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nashville Elementary School offer ?
Nashville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Nashville Elementary School part of?
Nashville Elementary School is part of Nashville School District.
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