Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sutton 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sutton Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Sutton Scarlet, Roadrunner Gold, Bounding Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sutton 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 Sutton Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
57%
15%
Black
10%
19%
White
16%
57%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutton Elementary School's ranking?
Sutton Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sutton Elementary School often compared to?
Sutton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnymede Elementary School, Spradling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sutton Elementary School?
411 students attend Sutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sutton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutton Elementary School?
Sutton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sutton Elementary School offer ?
Sutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutton Elementary School part of?
Sutton Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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