Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Holcomb Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holcomb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Holcomb Elementary School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holcomb Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holcomb Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#61 out of 993 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
9%
20%
White
66%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holcomb Elementary School's ranking?
Holcomb Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Holcomb Elementary School often compared to?
Holcomb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owl Creek School, Vandergriff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Holcomb Elementary School?
644 students attend Holcomb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Holcomb Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holcomb Elementary School?
Holcomb Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holcomb Elementary School offer ?
Holcomb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Holcomb Elementary School part of?
Holcomb Elementary School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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