MURRELL TAYLOR ELEM. SCHOOL

MURRELL TAYLOR ELEM. SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JACKSONVILLE NORTH PULASKI SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, AR with about 524 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, MURRELL TAYLOR ELEM. SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Murrell Taylor Elementary School, located in Jacksonville, Arkansas, is part of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District. The school serves a diverse student population, typically encompassing grades Pre-K through 5th grade. It is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for future success in higher education and beyond.

The school's curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating modern instructional practices to engage young learners. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Murrell Taylor Elementary often emphasizes community involvement and parent engagement as pillars of its educational philosophy. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, extracurricular opportunities, or current district initiatives, the school's official website at [jnpsd.org](http://jnpsd.org) serves as the primary resource for announcements, contact information, and academic calendars.

For more information, contact MURRELL TAYLOR ELEM. SCHOOL at (501) 985-1581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1401 MURRELL TAYLOR DR
JACKSONVILLE, AR 72076
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MURRELL TAYLOR ELEM. SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JACKSONVILLE, AR with about 524 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
524
Teachers:
27.39
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 524 students

Black or African American
66.2%
White
21.9%
Hispanic/Latino
7.8%
Two or more races
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.