Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Green Forest 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Green Forest Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Forest 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 Green Forest Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#89 out of 993 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
43%
59%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Green Forest Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Green Forest Elementary School?
468 students attend Green Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Green Forest Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Forest Elementary School?
Green Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Green Forest Elementary School offer ?
Green Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Green Forest Elementary School part of?
Green Forest Elementary School is part of Green Forest School District.
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