Very Good
#160 of 1,035 schools in AR
Top 15% in state
Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.
Elementary School · CUTTER-MORNING STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
2801 SPRING ST, Hot Springs, AR 71901
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Hot Springs
#1 of 16
public schools
Arkansas elementary schools
#86 of 509
In district
#1 of 2
CUTTER-MORNING STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.
CUTTER-MORNING STAR ELEM. SCH. is a regular public elementary school located in the suburban area of Hot Springs, Arkansas. The school serves students from kindergarten through sixth grade and has an enrollment of 345 students.
With a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1, Cutter-Morning Star provides a supportive learning environment for its diverse group of learners. The academic performance at Cutter-Morning Star places it in the 64th percentile among Arkansas schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and an Academic Score of 6.2 out of 10. In reading/ELA, 37% of students are proficient or above, while 44% meet proficiency standards in math.
Cutter-Morning Star is situated in a small suburban setting that offers a nurturing community atmosphere for its students. The school focuses on providing a solid educational foundation with room for academic growth and improvement.
Score Breakdown
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Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. — Students at Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. Compares
See how Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 42% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 41% (2022).
Location
2801 SPRING ST, Hot Springs, AR 71901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 4.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAKESIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hot Springs, see our Hot Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,410
Median Home Value
$173,400
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
29,719
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. has a median household income of $52,410. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,400, with a median rent of $797/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDARVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedarville, AR | 7.7 |
| MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmaduke, AR | 7.7 |
| MARY MAE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | 7.7 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy, AR | 7.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL Paragould, AR | 7.7 |
| ALLBRITTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, AR | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.
What grades does Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. serve?
Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.?
Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. rank in AR?
Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. is ranked #160 out of 1,035 schools in AR.
What is Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. has 43.7% math proficiency and 36.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. a charter school?
No, Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. a Title I school?
No, Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch.?
84.1% of students at Cutter-morning Star Elem. Sch. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Garland County
- Phone
- (501) 262-1883
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CUTTER-MORNING STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 661
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,667
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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