Summary:
The 72908 zip code area of Fort Smith, Arkansas is home to three elementary schools: Elmer H. Cook Elementary, Cavanaugh Elementary, and Beard Elementary. These schools serve students from prekindergarten through 5th grade and are part of the Fort Smith School District.
Among the three schools, Elmer H. Cook Elementary stands out as the highest-performing, consistently ranking among the top 100 elementary schools in Arkansas and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Beard Elementary struggles the most, with proficiency rates significantly below the district and state averages in most subjects and grade levels. Cavanaugh Elementary also performs well, with proficiency rates above the district and state averages in many areas.
The data reveals that Elmer H. Cook Elementary has the highest proficiency rates across all subjects and grade levels, while Beard Elementary has the lowest. Additionally, Beard Elementary has the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the highest per-student spending, and the lowest student-teacher ratio, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the school's underperformance.
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