Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hurricane Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurricane Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hurricane Creek Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hurricane Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurricane Creek Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
30%
20%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurricane Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hurricane Creek Elementary School is ranked #242 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hurricane Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Hurricane Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Hurricane Creek Elementary School?
446 students attend Hurricane Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hurricane Creek Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurricane Creek Elementary School?
Hurricane Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hurricane Creek Elementary School offer ?
Hurricane Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hurricane Creek Elementary School part of?
Hurricane Creek Elementary School is part of Bryant School District.
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