What grades does ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the FORT SMITH area.

Where is ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a urban school in FORT SMITH, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 19.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in FORT SMITH, AR?

Schools in FORT SMITH include ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the FORT SMITH area.

ARPrimaryProfile data from NCES 2023-24

ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

Primary|FORT SMITH, Arkansas|FORT SMITH SCHOOL DISTRICT

FORT SMITH, AR 72908

School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

494

Student:Teacher

19.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

FORT SMITH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

54.7%

Phone

(479)646-8880

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

53%

88th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

64%

93th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

17.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

17 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

451

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

1.7

Psychologists

0.25

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

1.2

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,459

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,433

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,373

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 44%Local 36%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$199,840

+3.5% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Fort Smith, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.8%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

11.2%

Uninsured residents

15.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,164

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,093

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

769 (37%)

Other Health Impairment

370 (18%)

Specific Learning Disability

368 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

288 (14%)

Autism

218 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

16 (1%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

459

Current enrollment

Declining(-15% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ELMER H. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL currently enrolls 494 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in AR.