Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murrell Taylor Elementary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrell Taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Murrell Taylor Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 9% 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
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Murrell Taylor Elementary School 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 Murrell Taylor Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#857 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
65%
19%
White
17%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murrell Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Murrell Taylor Elementary School is ranked #857 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Murrell Taylor Elementary School?
428 students attend Murrell Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Murrell Taylor Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrell Taylor Elementary School?
Murrell Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murrell Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Murrell Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murrell Taylor Elementary School part of?
Murrell Taylor Elementary School is part of Jacksonville North Pulaski School District.
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