Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maddux Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maddux Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maddux Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maddux Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maddux Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#900 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
96%
19%
White
1%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maddux Elementary School's ranking?
Maddux Elementary School is ranked #900 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Maddux Elementary School often compared to?
Maddux Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bragg Elementary School, Weaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Maddux Elementary School?
413 students attend Maddux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Maddux Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maddux Elementary School?
Maddux Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maddux Elementary School offer ?
Maddux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maddux Elementary School part of?
Maddux Elementary School is part of West Memphis School District.
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