Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gandy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gandy Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Teaching Tomorrow, Today
School Rankings
Gandy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gandy Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
29%
19%
White
64%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gandy Elementary School's ranking?
Gandy Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gandy Elementary School?
368 students attend Gandy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gandy Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gandy Elementary School?
Gandy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gandy Elementary School offer ?
Gandy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gandy Elementary School part of?
Gandy Elementary School is part of White Hall School District.
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