Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rivercrest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivercrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rivercrest Elementary School's student population of 675 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Rivercrest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivercrest Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#243 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
24%
19%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rivercrest School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivercrest Elementary School's ranking?
Rivercrest Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Rivercrest Elementary School often compared to?
Rivercrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manila Elementary School, Armorel Elementary School, Carroll Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Rivercrest Elementary School?
675 students attend Rivercrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rivercrest Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivercrest Elementary School?
Rivercrest Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rivercrest Elementary School offer ?
Rivercrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rivercrest Elementary School part of?
Rivercrest Elementary School is part of Rivercrest School District.
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