Serving 157 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Van Cove 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Cove Elementary School's student population of 157 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Unique, We Are United, We Are Cossatot River Strong
School Rankings
The diversity score of Van Cove Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
90%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
38%
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 schools are Van Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Van Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cossatot River Elementary School, Umpire K-12 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Van Cove Elementary School?
157 students attend Van Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Van Cove Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Cove Elementary School?
Van Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Cove Elementary School offer ?
Van Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Cove Elementary School part of?
Van Cove Elementary School is part of Cossatot River School District.
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