Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rector 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rector Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rector 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 Rector Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#727 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
34%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rector Elementary School's ranking?
Rector Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Rector Elementary School often compared to?
Rector Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marmaduke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rector Elementary School?
313 students attend Rector Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rector Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rector Elementary School?
Rector Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rector Elementary School offer ?
Rector Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rector Elementary School part of?
Rector Elementary School is part of Rector School District.
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