Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Melbourne Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melbourne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Melbourne Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Melbourne Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melbourne Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#187 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
95%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melbourne Elementary School's ranking?
Melbourne Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Melbourne Elementary School often compared to?
Melbourne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melbourne High School, Izard County Consolidated Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Melbourne Elementary School?
458 students attend Melbourne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Melbourne Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melbourne Elementary School?
Melbourne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melbourne Elementary School offer ?
Melbourne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melbourne Elementary School part of?
Melbourne Elementary School is part of Melbourne School District.
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