Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Mcrae Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcrae Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcrae Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
8%
20%
White
71%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcrae Elementary School's ranking?
Mcrae Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mcrae Elementary School often compared to?
Mcrae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sidney Deener Elem. School, Judsonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Mcrae Elementary School?
437 students attend Mcrae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mcrae Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcrae Elementary School?
Mcrae Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcrae Elementary School offer ?
Mcrae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Mcrae Elementary School part of?
Mcrae Elementary School is part of Searcy School District.
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