Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Viola Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Viola Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Viola, AR, covering approximately 236.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Viola Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Viola 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 Viola Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#196 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Viola Elementary School's ranking?
Viola Elementary School is ranked #196 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?
50-54% 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 Viola Elementary School?
193 students attend Viola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Viola Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viola Elementary School?
Viola Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Viola Elementary School offer ?
Viola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viola Elementary School part of?
Viola Elementary School is part of Viola School District.
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