Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rector Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Rector Elementary School encompasses the entire school district of Rector, AR, covering approximately 179.3 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rector Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rector Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rector 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
#685 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rector Elementary School's ranking?
Rector Elementary School is ranked #685 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Rector Elementary School often compared to?
Rector Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marmaduke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rector Elementary School?
389 students attend Rector Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rector Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rector Elementary School?
Rector Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rector Elementary School offer ?
Rector Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rector Elementary School part of?
Rector Elementary School is part of Rector School District.
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