Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Vandergriff Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Vandergriff Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fayetteville, AR, covering an area of approximately 36.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vandergriff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vandergriff Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vandergriff Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandergriff Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#20 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Vandergriff Elementary School's ranking?
Vandergriff Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Vandergriff Elementary School often compared to?
Vandergriff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Root Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Vandergriff Elementary School?
558 students attend Vandergriff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vandergriff Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandergriff Elementary School?
Vandergriff Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vandergriff Elementary School offer ?
Vandergriff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vandergriff Elementary School part of?
Vandergriff Elementary School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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