Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkview Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Parkview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkview Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#52 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
64%
57%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview Elementary School's ranking?
Parkview Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Parkview Elementary School?
437 students attend Parkview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Parkview Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkview Elementary School?
Parkview Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkview Elementary School offer ?
Parkview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkview Elementary School part of?
Parkview Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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