Below Average
#926 of 1,036 schools in AR
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School
Elementary School · TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT
904 E 35TH ST, Texarkana, AR 71854
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#926 of 1,036
In Texarkana
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School
Elementary School in Texarkana · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School is a public elementary school in Texarkana, AR, part of TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Vera Kilpatrick Elem.
School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #926 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School — Students at Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 2.7/10.
How Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School Compares
See how Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
904 E 35TH ST, Texarkana, AR 71854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLLEGE HILL HARMONY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texarkana, see our Texarkana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF TEXARKANA Texarkana | 0.6 mi | — |
| NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Texarkana | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| EDWARD D. TRICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ARKANSAS HIGH SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ARKANSAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SPRING LAKE PARK EL Texarkana | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Texarkana | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PREMIER H S OF TEXARKANA Lewisville | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DIGITAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Texarkana | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TEXAS H S Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| TEXAS MIDDLE Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| COLLEGE HILL PRE-K CENTER Texarkana | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL Texarkana | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| OPTIONS EARLY GRADUATION H S Texarkana | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| COLLEGE HILL HARMONY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Texarkana | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THERON JONES EARLY LITERACY CENTER Texarkana | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Texarkana | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,211
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
35,487
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY North Little Rock, AR | 4.3 |
| CUTTER-MORNING STAR ELEM. SCH. Hot Springs, AR | 4.3 |
| FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY HAZEL ST PINE BLUFF Pine Bluff, AR | 4.3 |
| IVORY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Camden, AR | 4.3 |
| LEADERSHIP MAGNET SCHOOL Jonesboro, AR | 4.3 |
| STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City, AR | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School
What grades does Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School serve?
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School?
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School rank in AR?
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School ranks #926 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School a charter school?
No, Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vera Kilpatrick Elem. School?
100.0% of students at Vera Kilpatrick 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
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Miller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.5%
- Phone
- (870) 774-9691
Resources & Links
District
TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,912
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,529
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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