What grades does CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the VAN BUREN area.

Where is CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a urban school in VAN BUREN, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 18.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in VAN BUREN, AR?

Schools in VAN BUREN include CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the VAN BUREN area.

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VAN BUREN, AR 72956

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

489

Student:Teacher

18.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

VAN BUREN SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

74.6%

Phone

(479)474-3150

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

35-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

34.8%

SY 2019-20

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,315

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,504

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,576

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 51%Local 30%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$199,840

+3.5% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Fort Smith, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.2%

Unemployment rate

8.9%

Uninsured residents

14.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

950

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

836

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

277 (33%)

Specific Learning Disability

185 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

143 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

118 (14%)

Autism

94 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

3 (0%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

466

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

As of the most recent data, 489 students are enrolled at CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. It is a Primary school within the local district.

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