Serving 157 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Van Cove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Cove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Cove Elementary School's student population of 157 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Cove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Cove Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#401 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
38%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Van Cove Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Van Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Van Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wickes Elementary School, Umpire K-12 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Van Cove Elementary School?
157 students attend Van Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Van Cove Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Cove Elementary School?
Van Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Cove Elementary School offer ?
Van Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Van Cove Elementary School part of?
Van Cove Elementary School is part of Cossatot River School District.
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