Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Perrin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Perrin Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perrin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perrin Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#88 out of 993 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
9%
20%
White
79%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Perrin Elementary School's ranking?
Perrin Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Perrin Elementary School often compared to?
Perrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angie Grant Elementary School, Ringgold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Perrin Elementary School?
588 students attend Perrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Perrin Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perrin Elementary School?
Perrin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perrin Elementary School offer ?
Perrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Perrin Elementary School part of?
Perrin Elementary School is part of Benton School District.
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