Serving 193 students in grades 4-5, Thomas C Brunson 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas C Brunson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
37%
19%
White
33%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
8%
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 is Thomas C Brunson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School is ranked #684 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Thomas C Brunson Elementary School?
193 students attend Thomas C Brunson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Thomas C Brunson Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas C Brunson Elementary School?
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas C Brunson Elementary School offer ?
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas C Brunson Elementary School part of?
Thomas C Brunson Elementary School is part of Warren School District.
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