Rural Special High School is a comprehensive public high school based in the rural, fringe community of Fox, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 112 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rural Special Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rural Special Elementary School serves the southwestern part of Fox, AR, covering an area of approximately 125.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Special Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rural Special Elementary School's student population of 112 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rural Special Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Special Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#93 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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)
50-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
23%
8%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rural Special Colors
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Special Elementary School's ranking?
Rural Special Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rural Special Elementary School?
112 students attend Rural Special Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rural Special Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rural Special Elementary School?
Rural Special Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Special Elementary School offer ?
Rural Special Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rural Special Elementary School part of?
Rural Special Elementary School is part of Mountain View School District.
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