What grades does AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Primary school serving students in COTTER, AR. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located at COTTER, AR in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What schools are in COTTER, AR?

COTTER, AR is served by the local school district. AMANDA GIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Amanda Gist Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|COTTER, Arkansas|COTTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

COTTER, AR 72626

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Tue

Secondary Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Thu

Elementary Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Mon

All District Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Wed

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Holiday (No School)HolidayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–6

Enrollment

353

Student:Teacher

11.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

COTTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

Phone

(870)435-6655

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40%

60th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

51%

78th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

31.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

6 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

414

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

32.82

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,023

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,213

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,663

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 21%State 54%Local 26%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$230,531

+0.8% 1yr+35.2% 5yr

Mountain Home, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

6.5%

Uninsured residents

10.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

113

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

113

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

32%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

49 (43%)

Speech/Language Impairment

21 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

18 (16%)

Autism

15 (13%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

374

Current enrollment

Declining(-18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

Secondary Parent/Teacher Conferences

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Staff Day

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences

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Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

All District Parent/Teacher Conferences

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Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in COTTER SCHOOL DISTRICT. Amanda Gist Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Amira Testing WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	Secondary Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule and sign up for available time slots.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Elementary Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for conference dates and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	All District Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling information and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday (No School)District-wide Review the school calendar for the full holiday dates.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Report Card Testing (Discuss start with TEAMs)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Band Holiday Concert (District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Holiday (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Holiday (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional/Work DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Feb 2, 2027	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 4, 2027	Secondary Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule and sign up for available time slots.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	All District Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling information and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School (President's Day)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Teacher Work Day/Professional DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day (District Office Closed)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—