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#471 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 45% in state
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School
Elementary School · SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
3600 FALCON, Springdale, AR 72762
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#471 of 1,036
In Springdale
#13 of 31
public schools
In district
#11 of 29
SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Thurman G. Smith Elem. School
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About Thurman G. Smith Elem. School
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School is a public elementary school in Springdale, AR, part of SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Thurman G. Smith Elem. School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Thurman G. Smith Elem. School — Students at Thurman G. Smith Elem. School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How Thurman G. Smith Elem. School Compares
See how Thurman G. Smith Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3600 FALCON, Springdale, AR 72762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurman G. Smith Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LISA ACADEMY SPRINGDALE (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIS SHAW ELEMENTARY SCH (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springdale, see our Springdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,678
Median Home Value
$278,600
Median Rent
$1,118/mo
Population
47,402
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| ACORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mena, AR | 6.7 |
| DEQUEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dequeen, AR | 6.7 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Forest, AR | 6.7 |
| JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers, AR | 6.7 |
| PANGBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pangburn, AR | 6.7 |
| TURNBOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurman G. Smith Elem. School
What grades does Thurman G. Smith Elem. School serve?
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thurman G. Smith Elem. School?
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurman G. Smith Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurman G. Smith Elem. School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurman G. Smith Elem. School rank in AR?
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School ranks #471 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Thurman G. Smith Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurman G. Smith Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Thurman G. Smith Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurman G. Smith Elem. School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thurman G. Smith Elem. School a charter school?
No, Thurman G. Smith Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurman G. Smith Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Thurman G. Smith Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurman G. Smith Elem. School?
79.7% of students at Thurman G. Smith 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (479) 750-8846
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 21,788
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,146
- District Rank
- #11 of 29
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