Serving 414 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rena Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Rena Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rena Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#118 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Van Buren School District
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 #118 out of 989 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
414 students attend Rena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rena Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 14:1.
What grades does Rena Elementary School offer ?
Rena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rena Elementary School part of?
Rena Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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