Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Green Forest 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 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 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Green Forest Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Forest Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
43%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Green Forest Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 997 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 38% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Green Forest Elementary School?
479 students attend Green Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Green Forest Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Forest Elementary School?
Green Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Green Forest Elementary School offer ?
Green Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Green Forest Elementary School part of?
Green Forest Elementary School is part of Green Forest School District.
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