Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alpena Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpena Elementary School serves the entire Alpena, AR district, covering an area of approximately 125.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alpena Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Alpena Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpena Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpena Elementary School's ranking?
Alpena Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Alpena Elementary School?
219 students attend Alpena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alpena Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpena Elementary School?
Alpena Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alpena Elementary School offer ?
Alpena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alpena Elementary School part of?
Alpena Elementary School is part of Alpena School District.
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