Serving 259 students in grades 2-4, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 259 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#590 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
6%
19%
White
84%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
259 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Paragould School District.
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