Thirty–fourth Street Elementary School in Pine Bluff, AR, has a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 14:1 in recent years.
Math proficiency is 14%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% but higher than the Pine Bluff School District average of 10%.
Reading proficiency stands at 14%, lower than the state average of 40% and approximately equal to the district average of 13%.
Science proficiency is 14%, below the state average of 36% and slightly above the district average of 12%.
The school's overall ranking declined slightly from #831 in 2010 to #929 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 400 students from 2019 to 2023, with a minority enrollment of 99%, predominantly Black students, reflecting no significant demographic shifts during this period.
Graduation rates at the school have fluctuated but remain lower than the state average, at 73% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Aspiring Future Leaders One Child at a Time
School Rankings
Thirty-fourth Street 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 Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#929 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
19%
White
1%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School is ranked #929 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School?
403 students attend Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School?
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School offer ?
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School part of?
Thirty-fourth Street Elementary School is part of Pine Bluff School District.
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