Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Acorn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acorn Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acorn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acorn Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#386 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
90%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acorn Elementary School's ranking?
Acorn Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Acorn Elementary School often compared to?
Acorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louise Durham Elem. School, Holly Harshman Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Acorn Elementary School?
343 students attend Acorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Acorn Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acorn Elementary School?
Acorn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acorn Elementary School offer ?
Acorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Acorn Elementary School part of?
Acorn Elementary School is part of Ouachita River School District.
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