Elmer H. Cook Elementary School vs James R. Tate Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School
Fort Smith · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
459 students
James R. Tate Elementary School
Van Buren · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
459 students
| Measure | Elmer H. Cook Elementary School Fort Smith, Arkansas | James R. Tate Elementary School Van Buren, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 511 | #379 of 511 |
| National rank | #18458 of 50,301 | #37418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 459 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 459 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.1% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 47% |
| city | Fort Smith | Van Buren |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elmer H. Cook Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 31.7).
- •Elmer H. Cook Elementary School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 47%).
- •Elmer H. Cook Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Elmer H. Cook Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 76.3%).
- •James R. Tate Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 20.0).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elmer H. Cook Elementary School better than James R. Tate Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Elmer H. Cook Elementary School ranks higher (59.6 vs 31.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elmer H. Cook Elementary School and James R. Tate Elementary School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Fort Smith and Van Buren in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School: 459. James R. Tate Elementary School: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmer H. Cook Elementary School and James R. Tate Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Elmer H. Cook Elementary School is 104th of 511 and James R. Tate Elementary School is 379th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).