What grades does VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL serve?

As a Primary school, VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL serves students in TEXARKANA, AR. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL located?

You can find VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL in TEXARKANA, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL?

At VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL, there are approximately 15.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in TEXARKANA, AR?

VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL is among the schools serving TEXARKANA, AR. The school is part of the local school system.

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VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

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TEXARKANA, AR 71854

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

National IT Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Professional Development - No School for StudentsStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

Arkansas High School Band - ASBOA Region 2 Marching AssessmentexamDistrict-wide

Performance Time: TBD

Nov

Thu

CHPK Family Engagement-Thanksgiving FeastHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

Thanksgiving Lunch on the LawnHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

374

Student:Teacher

15.6:1

Locale

Suburban

District

TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)774-9691

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

18%

10th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

21%

18th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

31.4%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

821

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

87% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,529

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,187

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,079

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 32%State 38%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$177,472

-2.0% 1yr+12.0% 5yr

Texarkana, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

33.9%

Below 150% poverty line

7.9%

Unemployment rate

10.3%

Uninsured residents

13.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

475

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

447

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

148 (33%)

Intellectual Disability

83 (19%)

Autism

69 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

58 (13%)

Other Health Impairment

58 (13%)

Emotional Disturbance

12 (3%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

373

Current enrollment

Declining(-18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

National IT Professionals Day

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Professional Development - No School for Students

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT. VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Staff Professional Development DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	HOLIDAYDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	National IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Professional Development - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Arkansas High School Band - ASBOA Region 2 Marching AssessmentDistrict-wide Performance Time: TBD	exam	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	CHPK Family Engagement-Thanksgiving FeastDistrict-wide Verify date/time with cafeteria	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Thanksgiving Lunch on the LawnDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Holiday Socks DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Hawaiian Holiday Vacation DayDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	KAPS Christmas Caroling District-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Holiday Character DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Fairview Academy of Humanities and Innovation - Christmas ProgramDistrict-wide Performance #1 - 3:00 - 4:00 PMPerformance #2 - 5:30 - 7:00 PM	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Holiday Hat DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	KAPS Christmas Program District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Harmony Class Christmas PartiesDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	CHRISTMAS BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas EveDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	CHRISTMAS BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Development - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	HOLIDAYDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	HOLIDAYDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	Arkansas HS/MS Choir - ArkCDA Region 3 Choral Performance AssessmentDistrict-wide Performance Day/Time: TBD	exam	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Arkansas Middle School Band - ASBOA Region 2 Concert AssessmentDistrict-wide Performance Time: TBD	exam	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Arkansas High School Band - ASBOA Region 2 Concert AssessmentDistrict-wide Performance Time: TBD	exam	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL

VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 374 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in TEXARKANA, AR.