Summary:
This analysis examines six elementary schools in the 71854 zip code of Texarkana, Arkansas, serving grades PK-5 across two distinct districts: the Texarkana School District and the Genoa Central School District.
The standout school in the area is Genoa Central Elementary School, which is ranked in the top 7% of the state (93rd percentile) and dramatically outperforms all other local schools. Its 2025-2026 Math proficiency rate of 72.6% is more than double the next highest school and far exceeds the state average of 44.1%. Within the Texarkana School District, North Heights Community School is a remarkable exception to the district's overall struggles, ranking in the 69th percentile and achieving scores that rival Genoa Central in several subjects. In contrast, College Hill Harmony Leadership Academy is the lowest-performing school, ranking in the bottom 6th percentile with English Language Arts proficiency at just 15.7%.
A key finding is that spending does not predict success. Fairview Elementary spends the most per student ($16,957) but ranks in the bottom 26%, while Genoa Central spends the least ($10,459) and is the top performer. This highlights that factors like school leadership and community support matter more than budget alone. Additionally, 5th grade performance varies wildly: Edward D. Trice Elementary shows a significant spike in 5th grade Math (47.3%), while College Hill Harmony sees a sharp decline to 12.5%. For parents, Genoa Central Elementary and North Heights Community School are the clear top choices, while College Hill Harmony Leadership Academy and Fairview Elementary face significant academic challenges.
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