Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Poyen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Poyen Elementary School serves the entire Poyen, AR district, covering an area of approximately 56.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poyen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poyen Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poyen 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 Poyen Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#139 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poyen Elementary School's ranking?
Poyen Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Poyen Elementary School?
293 students attend Poyen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Poyen Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poyen Elementary School?
Poyen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poyen Elementary School offer ?
Poyen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poyen Elementary School part of?
Poyen Elementary School is part of Poyen School District.
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