From Rena Elementary School, "Rena Elementary School provides K-5 education for student enrolled in Van Buren School District."
Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rena Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: RENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northwest part of Van Buren, AR, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the zone’s edge and the furthest point being 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rena Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rena 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 Rena Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#118 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rena Elementary School's ranking?
Rena Elementary School is ranked #118 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rena Elementary School?
414 students attend Rena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rena Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rena Elementary School?
Rena Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rena Elementary School offer ?
Rena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rena Elementary School part of?
Rena Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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