Marguerite Vann Elem.
School in Conway, AR, serves 387 students from kindergarten through 4th grade with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average ratio of about 15 to 1.
Math proficiency at.
School is between 40% and 44%, which is higher than the state average of 39% but consistently below the Conway School District average of 47%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 40% to 44%, approximately equal to the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 49%.
Science proficiency is reported at 40% to 44%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 42%, placing the school among the top 30% in Arkansas for science.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 387 students, with minority enrollment at 61%, indicating a diverse student body consistent with its top 5% ranking for diversity among Arkansas public schools.
The percentage of students eligible for free or reduced鈥損rice lunch increased from 51% in 2022 to 70% in 2023, reflecting a notable rise in socioeconomic need over recent years.
The school's overall ranking declined from #158 in 2012 to #368 in 2023, showing a downward trend in relative academic performance among Arkansas public elementary schools.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marguerite Vann Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marguerite Vann Elem. School's student population of 387 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Marguerite Vann Elem. School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marguerite Vann Elem. School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
36%
19%
White
39%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marguerite Vann Elem. School's ranking?
Marguerite Vann Elem. School is ranked #368 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Marguerite Vann Elem. School often compared to?
Marguerite Vann Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Springhill Elementary School, Woodrow Cummins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marguerite Vann Elem. School?
387 students attend Marguerite Vann Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Marguerite Vann Elem. School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marguerite Vann Elem. School?
Marguerite Vann Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marguerite Vann Elem. School offer ?
Marguerite Vann Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marguerite Vann Elem. School part of?
Marguerite Vann Elem. School is part of Conway School District.
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