Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chenal Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 73% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chenal 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
Diversity
School Overview
Chenal Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Chenal 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 Chenal Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#25 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
19%
19%
White
49%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chenal Elementary School's ranking?
Chenal Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Chenal Elementary School often compared to?
Chenal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker Elementary School, Don Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Chenal Elementary School?
448 students attend Chenal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Chenal Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chenal Elementary School?
Chenal Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chenal Elementary School offer ?
Chenal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chenal Elementary School part of?
Chenal Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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