Elkins Primary School serves 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkins Primary School's student population of 340 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elkins Primary School is 0.30, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
83%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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
How many students attend Elkins Primary School?
340 students attend Elkins Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elkins Primary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkins Primary School?
Elkins Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkins Primary School offer ?
Elkins Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkins Primary School part of?
Elkins Primary School is part of Elkins School District.
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