Perrin Elementary School

Howard Perrin Elementary
Benton, AR 72015
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Perrin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 465 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 20% in AR
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Perrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Perrin Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Perrin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perrin Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AR)
#166 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
62%
39%
46%
40%
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
12%
19%
White
74%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perrin Elementary School's ranking?
Perrin Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Perrin Elementary School often compared to?
Perrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angie Grant Elementary School, Ringgold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Perrin Elementary School?
465 students attend Perrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Perrin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perrin Elementary School?
Perrin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perrin Elementary School offer ?
Perrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perrin Elementary School part of?
Perrin Elementary School is part of Benton School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 465 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

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