Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King 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 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King Elementary School serves the southwest part of Van Buren, AR, covering an area of approximately 9.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
King Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
King 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 King Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#427 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Elementary School's ranking?
King Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are King Elementary School often compared to?
King Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James R. Tate Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend King Elementary School?
437 students attend King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of King Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Elementary School?
King Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Elementary School offer ?
King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is King Elementary School part of?
King Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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