School Overview
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.
487
Total Students
26.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White271
Hispanic79
Black21
Asian54
Two or More56
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    271 (55.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    79 (16.2 %)
  • Two or More
    56 (11.5 %)
  • Asian
    54 (11.1 %)
  • Black
    21 (4.3 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
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: FORT SMITH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (479)452-5808
Website: http://www.fortsmithschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 487
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 174
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 83
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 80
Grade 1 77
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 78
Grade 4 82
Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten80
Grade 177
Grade 275
Grade 378
Grade 482
Grade 575
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JOHN P. WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24349.9%
Male24450.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)