Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eureka Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Eureka Springs Elementary School's student population of 227 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Eureka Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Springs Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
15%
White
86%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Eureka Springs Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Eureka Springs Elementary School?
227 students attend Eureka Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Eureka Springs Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka Springs Elementary School?
Eureka Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eureka Springs Elementary School offer ?
Eureka Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eureka Springs Elementary School part of?
Eureka Springs Elementary School is part of Eureka Springs School District.
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