JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL

JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the FORT SMITH SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in FORT SMITH, AR with about 574 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 30 teachers, JOHN P. WOODS 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.

John P. Woods Elementary School, located at 3201 Massard Road in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is a public institution serving the local community within the Fort Smith Public School District. The school is committed to providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing children for the transition to middle school. As part of the larger district infrastructure, it follows the state-mandated curriculum while striving to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and community involvement.

The school’s website, managed through the official Fort Smith Public Schools portal, serves as a central hub for parents and guardians to access resources such as academic calendars, lunch menus, school board news, and district-wide policies. By maintaining a clear line of communication with families, John P. Woods Elementary emphasizes the importance of parental partnership in student success. For those interested in the school’s specific programs, faculty information, or current events, the district website remains the most reliable source for up-to-date documentation regarding the school’s operations.

For more information, contact JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL at (479) 452-5808 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.