Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taylor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Taylor Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taylor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#231 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
31%
19%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?
387 students attend Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Taylor Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taylor Elementary School?
Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Taylor Elementary School part of?
Taylor Elementary School is part of White Hall School District.
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