KIPP: Delta 51爆料s is a charter school operator supported by the Knowledge Is Power Program based in Helena鈥揥est Helena, Arkansas, USA. The system consists of three schools in Phillips County and one facility in Mississippi County.
Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy's student population of 470 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy is 0.13, 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
#827 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
93%
19%
White
4%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
9%
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 Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy's ranking?
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy is ranked #827 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy often compared to?
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Barton Elementary School, Marvell-elaine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy?
470 students attend Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy?
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy offer ?
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy part of?
Kipp Delta Elementary Literacy Academy is part of KIPP Delta 51爆料s.
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