Serving 791 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Centerton Gamble 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 70% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerton Gamble 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
School Overview
Centerton Gamble Elementary School's student population of 791 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Centerton Gamble Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerton Gamble Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 997 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerton Gamble Elementary School's ranking?
Centerton Gamble Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Centerton Gamble Elementary School often compared to?
Centerton Gamble Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonnie Grimes Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Centerton Gamble Elementary School?
791 students attend Centerton Gamble Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Centerton Gamble Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centerton Gamble Elementary School?
Centerton Gamble Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centerton Gamble Elementary School offer ?
Centerton Gamble Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerton Gamble Elementary School part of?
Centerton Gamble Elementary School is part of Bentonville School District.
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