Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Murfreesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Murfreesboro Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Murfreesboro, AR, covering an area of approximately 226.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 15.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murfreesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murfreesboro Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murfreesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murfreesboro Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#268 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)19.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
15%
10%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rattlers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murfreesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Murfreesboro Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Murfreesboro Elementary School?
383 students attend Murfreesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Murfreesboro Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murfreesboro Elementary School?
Murfreesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murfreesboro Elementary School offer ?
Murfreesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murfreesboro Elementary School part of?
Murfreesboro Elementary School is part of South Pike County School District.
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