NORFORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NORFORK SCHOOL DISTRICT
161 MILDRED SIMPSON DRIVE
NORFORK, AR 72658
273 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Arrie Goforth Elementary School is located in Norfork, Arkansas, and serves as a key educational institution within the Norfork School District. Known for fostering a community-focused learning environment, the school caters to younger students in the region, emphasizing foundational academic skills and personal growth. As part of the district's "Panthers" athletic and academic identity, the school works to prepare its students for their transition into secondary education.

The school is situated on Mildred Simpson Drive, maintaining a local presence that reflects the tight-knit nature of the Norfork community. By prioritizing student engagement and school spirit, Arrie Goforth Elementary aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where children can develop both socially and intellectually. Those interested in current events, school calendars, or specific academic programs can find more detailed information through the district’s official website at http://panthers.k12.ar.us.
273
Total Students
18.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    264 (96.7%)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.2%)
  • Hispanic
    1 (0.4%)
  • Black
    1 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NORFORK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (870)499-5228
Website: http://norforkschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 273
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 115
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 51

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 15
Kindergarten 31
Grade 1 32
Grade 2 40
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 33
Grade 6 35
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
CALICO ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CALICO ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
171 Students
301 COLLEGE STREET
CALICO ROCK, AR 72519 (9.2 miles away)
Elementary School K - 6th