Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edward D. Trice Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward D. Trice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward D. Trice Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edward D. Trice Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward D. Trice Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#610 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
40%
20%
White
48%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward D. Trice Elementary School's ranking?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is ranked #610 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Edward D. Trice Elementary School often compared to?
Edward D. Trice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Edward D. Trice Elementary School?
511 students attend Edward D. Trice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Edward D. Trice Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward D. Trice Elementary School?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edward D. Trice Elementary School offer ?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edward D. Trice Elementary School part of?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is part of Texarkana School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward D. Trice Elementary School located?
Edward D. Trice Elementary School is located in the Pinson Park neighborhood of Texarkana, AR.
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