Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oliver Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Oliver Springs Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Oliver Springs 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 Oliver Springs Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#185 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
67%
57%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Oliver Springs Elementary School is ranked #185 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oliver Springs Elementary School?
441 students attend Oliver Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oliver Springs Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Springs Elementary School?
Oliver Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oliver Springs Elementary School offer ?
Oliver Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Springs Elementary School part of?
Oliver Springs Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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