Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rena Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rena Elementary School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rena 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 Rena Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#145 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
68%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rena Elementary School's ranking?
Rena Elementary School is ranked #145 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rena Elementary School?
439 students attend Rena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Rena Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rena Elementary School?
Rena Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rena Elementary School offer ?
Rena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rena Elementary School part of?
Rena Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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