For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 657 students in Rison, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rison, AR are Rison Elementary School and Woodlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rison, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rison have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rison, AR (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Main
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6894
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 325-6894
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6760 Hwy 63
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-2211
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 357-2211
Gr: K-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rison, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16650 Hwy 79
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Rison, AR 71665
(870) 348-5335
Gr: PK-5 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rison, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rison, AR include Rison Elementary School and Woodlawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rison?
2 public elementary schools are located in Rison.
What is the racial composition of students in Rison?
Rison public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Rison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rison include: Woodlawn Elementary School vs. Rison Elementary School
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