Summary:
In zip code 71845, located in Lewisville, Arkansas, there is a single elementary school, Lafayette County Elementary, serving grades PK through 6 with 244 students.
Lafayette County Elementary is part of the Lafayette County School District, which is ranked last in Arkansas. The school faces significant academic challenges, with overall proficiency rates well below state averages: just 14.8% in English Language Arts, 16.5% in Reading, 16.3% in Mathematics, and 11.2% in Science, compared to state averages around 40%. A very high 88.52% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating substantial economic need. Despite this, the school spends a notable $17,858 per student, suggesting funding alone is not the issue. The student-teacher ratio is a favorable 12:1, allowing for more individualized attention.
There are some bright spots. Third graders are the top performers, with 26% proficient in ELA and Reading and 30.4% in Science, hinting at effective early intervention. However, a dramatic "4th grade slump" sees proficiency plummet, especially in Science from 30.4% to 3.8%. On a positive note, math proficiency tripled from 4.5% to 16.3% year-over-year, and the school generally outperforms its struggling district average. These trends suggest targeted support for the 4th grade transition and continued investment in math strategies could be key to improvement.
Thank you for your feedback!