Norfork Elementary School

161 Mildred Simpson Dr
Norfork, AR 72658
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Norfork 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 50% in AR
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Norfork Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
251 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Norfork 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 Norfork Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (AR)
#386 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Norfork Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
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Black
n/a
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
White
96%
58%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Norfork Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas.
0.08
This chart displays the diversity score of Norfork Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Norfork Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norfork Elementary School's ranking?
Norfork Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Norfork Elementary School often compared to?
Norfork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amanda Gist Elementary School, Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School, Mountain Home Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Norfork Elementary School?
251 students attend Norfork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Norfork Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norfork Elementary School?
Norfork Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norfork Elementary School offer ?
Norfork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Norfork Elementary School part of?
Norfork Elementary School is part of Norfork School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

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