Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Mcrae Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcrae Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcrae Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring high levels of learning for ALL
School Rankings
Mcrae 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 Mcrae Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#237 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
7%
19%
White
73%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Mcrae Elementary School's ranking?
Mcrae Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mcrae Elementary School often compared to?
Mcrae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sidney Deener Elem. School, Judsonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mcrae Elementary School?
450 students attend Mcrae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mcrae Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcrae Elementary School?
Mcrae Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcrae Elementary School offer ?
Mcrae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcrae Elementary School part of?
Mcrae Elementary School is part of Searcy School District.
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