Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oliver Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliver Springs Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliver Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Springs 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
#225 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
2%
19%
White
78%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Oliver Springs Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 997 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oliver Springs Elementary School?
423 students attend Oliver Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Oliver Springs Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Springs Elementary School?
Oliver Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oliver Springs Elementary School offer ?
Oliver Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oliver Springs Elementary School part of?
Oliver Springs Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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