Summary:
The Rivercrest School District contains one elementary school, Rivercrest Elementary School, which serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 6th grade in Wilson, Arkansas, with a total enrollment of 675 students.
Rivercrest Elementary School presents a mixed picture of performance. The school's state ranking has declined from the 54th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 33rd percentile in 2025-2026. Overall, the school trails the state average in all subjects for the 2025-2026 school year, with the largest gap in Science (32.3% proficient vs. 44.0% statewide). However, the 4th grade class is a standout, consistently outperforming the state average in every subject, including Mathematics (62.0% vs. 47.0%) and Reading (49.3% vs. 40.9%). In contrast, the 3rd grade class struggles significantly, with only 16.3% proficient in Reading compared to the state average of 43.1%. The school has a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a student body facing significant economic challenges, and a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.7:1.
The most compelling finding is the exceptional performance of the 4th grade class, which suggests a specific, effective teaching team or a particularly motivated cohort. This success is a valuable asset the school should analyze and replicate. Conversely, the dramatic drop in 3rd grade performance is a major red flag, potentially indicating a "3rd grade slump" where students struggle with the transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn." The school's declining trajectory and the fact that Science is its weakest subject are clear areas for curriculum and resource focus. The success of the 4th grade class proves that high achievement is possible despite the challenges associated with a high-poverty population.
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