Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gibbs Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
63%
19%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Gibbs Magnet Elementary School?
291 students attend Gibbs Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gibbs Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibbs Magnet Elementary School?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gibbs Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School part of?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibbs Magnet Elementary School located?
Gibbs Magnet Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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