Serving 221 students in grades 3-6, Cossatot River Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cossatot River 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
Community Size
School Overview
Cossatot River Elementary School's student population of 221 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Cossatot River Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cossatot River Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
72%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
43%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cossatot River Elementary School's ranking?
Cossatot River Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cossatot River Elementary School often compared to?
Cossatot River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Cove Elementary School, Umpire K-12 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cossatot River Elementary School?
221 students attend Cossatot River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cossatot River Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cossatot River Elementary School?
Cossatot River Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cossatot River Elementary School offer ?
Cossatot River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cossatot River Elementary School part of?
Cossatot River Elementary School is part of Cossatot River School District.
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