Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marvell-elaine Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvell-elaine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Marvell-elaine Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvell-elaine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvell-elaine Elementary School is 0.06, which is less 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
#979 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
97%
19%
White
2%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
9%
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 Marvell-elaine Elementary School's ranking?
Marvell-elaine Elementary School is ranked #979 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marvell-elaine Elementary School?
142 students attend Marvell-elaine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marvell-elaine Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvell-elaine Elementary School?
Marvell-elaine Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marvell-elaine Elementary School offer ?
Marvell-elaine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvell-elaine Elementary School part of?
Marvell-elaine Elementary School is part of Marvell-Elaine School District.
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