Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Janie Darr Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Janie Darr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Janie Darr Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Janie Darr Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Janie Darr Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#14 out of 997 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
78%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janie Darr Elementary School's ranking?
Janie Darr Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Janie Darr Elementary School?
374 students attend Janie Darr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Janie Darr Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Janie Darr Elementary School?
Janie Darr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Janie Darr Elementary School offer ?
Janie Darr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Janie Darr Elementary School part of?
Janie Darr Elementary School is part of Rogers School District.
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