Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. J. Izard Elementary School serves the northern part of Van Buren, AR, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Pointer Excellence
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#616 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
63%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
466 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Central Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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