Emerson Elementary School in Emerson, AR serves 190 students from kindergarten through 6th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency for 2023 is 75–79%, significantly higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 50%.
Reading proficiency is 65–69%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 57%, showing some room for improvement compared to local peers.
Science proficiency ranges from 55–59%, outperforming the state average of 36% and district average of 48% for the reported years.
Enrollment declined from 197 students in 2006 to 159 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch increased from 36% to 39%, indicating modest demographic and socioeconomic shifts at this rural Arkansas elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 190 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
18%
19%
White
70%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Elementary School, East Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
190 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Emerson-Taylor-Bradley School District.
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