Excellent
#6 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 1% in state
Centerpoint Elementary School
Elementary School · Centerpoint School District · Amity, AR
An elementary school in Amity, AR where students score 25 points above what's typical for similar communities.
637 HWY 8 EAST, Amity, AR 71921
- Math 60% vs AR 40% (2025)
- Reading 51% vs AR 37% (2025)
- 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Centerpoint Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
2025 ATLAS proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. AR average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 9-year record (2017–2025), then recovered 12 points since 2020, reaching 55% in 2025.
Show all 7 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 58% (multi-year average, 2017-2025) · reading/ELA 44% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 21 test records from AR state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
80.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Centerpoint Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 4Car-Dependent
- Bike 19Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated886/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Amity), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$57,431
Median home value
$96,700
Median rent
$795/mo
College educated
18.9%
Homeownership
83.2%
Poverty rate
15.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 71921; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–12 | 3.2 mi | 28 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Centerpoint School District
- Schools in district
- 3
- Rank in district
- #1 of 2
- District spending per student
- $14,239NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 20.2%Census SAIPE · 2024
Centerpoint Elementary School is listed in CENTERPOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Centerpoint Elementary School
Centerpoint Elementary School is a public elementary school in Amity, AR, part of Centerpoint School District, serving approximately 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 1,036 schools in AR. State assessment records show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Centerpoint Elementary School
What grades does Centerpoint Elementary School serve?
Centerpoint Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Centerpoint Elementary School?
Centerpoint Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centerpoint Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Centerpoint Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centerpoint Elementary School rank in AR?
Centerpoint Elementary School ranks #6 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Centerpoint Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Centerpoint Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Centerpoint Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centerpoint Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Centerpoint Elementary School a charter school?
No, Centerpoint Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centerpoint Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Centerpoint Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centerpoint Elementary School?
80.7% of students at Centerpoint Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pike County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (870) 356-3612
- Area population (ZIP 71921)
- 3,591
- Area median age
- 39.1
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ATLAS · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ATLAS. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ATLAS · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ATLAS. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 71921; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2017-2025; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.