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#337 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 32% in state

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School

Elementary School · ROGERS SCHOOL DISTRICT

121 SCHOOL AVE, Lowell, AR 72745

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#337 of 1,036

In Lowell

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#11 of 23

ROGERS SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Elza R. Tucker Elem. School

7.2/10

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About Elza R. Tucker Elem. School

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School is a public elementary school in Lowell, AR, part of ROGERS SCHOOL DISTRICT.

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Elza R. Tucker Elem. School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Elza R. Tucker Elem. School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.6% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,519
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School — Students at Elza R. Tucker Elem. School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.1% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.3% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
49.3%
ELA
39.6%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Elza R. Tucker Elem. School Compares

See how Elza R. Tucker Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in AR
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

121 SCHOOL AVE, Lowell, AR 72745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elza R. Tucker Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JANIE DARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Rogers), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rogers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELLVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rogers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 0.9 mi 6.6
GRACE LUTHERAN ACADEMY Lowell 0.9 mi
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 1.4 mi 8.5
GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rogers 1.9 mi 7.6
FIRST ACADEMY Rogers 1.7 mi 5.2
ROGERS HIGH SCHOOL Rogers 2.1 mi 6.7
KIRKSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rogers 2.1 mi 7.2
JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 2.2 mi 6.7
ROGERS NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Rogers 2.4 mi 8.1
ARKANSAS ARTS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Rogers 2.5 mi 7.4
BELLVIEW ELEMENTARY Rogers 2.2 mi 8.4
OLD WIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 2.3 mi 6.2
BONNIE GRIMES ELEM. SCHOOL Rogers 2.9 mi 6.0
ELMWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Rogers 3.2 mi 8.0
EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 3.3 mi 8.2
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rogers 2.9 mi 3.8
ROGERS HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Rogers 3.7 mi 6.3
JANIE DARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 3.1 mi 8.8
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers 4.0 mi 5.6
HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale 3.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,958

Median Home Value

$255,700

Median Rent

$1,119/mo

Population

14,521

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

70.5%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elza R. Tucker Elem. School

What grades does Elza R. Tucker Elem. School serve?

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elza R. Tucker Elem. School?

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elza R. Tucker Elem. School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elza R. Tucker Elem. School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elza R. Tucker Elem. School rank in AR?

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School ranks #337 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Elza R. Tucker Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elza R. Tucker Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Elza R. Tucker Elem. School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elza R. Tucker Elem. School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elza R. Tucker Elem. School a charter school?

No, Elza R. Tucker Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elza R. Tucker Elem. School a Title I school?

No, Elza R. Tucker Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elza R. Tucker Elem. School?

57.8% of students at Elza R. Tucker Elem. 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

ROGERS SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
15,559
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,519
District Rank
#11 of 23

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