For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 389 students in Rector, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Rector, AR is Rector Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rector, AR public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rector have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rector, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rector Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 West 5th Street
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3151
Rector, AR 72461
(870) 595-3151
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rector, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rector, AR include Rector Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rector?
1 public elementary schools are located in Rector.
What is the racial composition of students in Rector?
Rector public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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