Below Average
#876 of 1,036 schools in AR
Ida Burns Elementary School
Elementary School · CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1201 DONAGHEY AVE, Conway, AR 72034
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#876 of 1,036
In Conway
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Ida Burns Elementary School
Ida Burns Elementary School is a public elementary school in Conway, AR, part of CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ida Burns Elementary School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Ida Burns Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #876 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Ida Burns Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Ida Burns Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ida Burns Elementary School — Students at Ida Burns Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Ida Burns Elementary School Compares
See how Ida Burns Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 DONAGHEY AVE, Conway, AR 72034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ida Burns Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Greenbrier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CONWAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SALLIE CONE PRESCHOOL Conway | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MARGUERITE VANN ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THEODORE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| COMPASS ACADEMY Conway | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| BOB COURTWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO Conway | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PRESTON & FLORENCE MATTISON ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO Conway | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WOODROW CUMMINS ELEMENTARY SCH Conway | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenbrier | 6.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,675
Median Home Value
$250,000
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
49,420
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
46.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARLISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carlisle, AR | 4.6 |
| CARROLL SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOO Osceola, AR | 4.6 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway, AR | 4.6 |
| PRESTON & FLORENCE MATTISON ELEM. SCHOOL Conway, AR | 4.6 |
| CABE ELEMENTARY Gurdon, AR | 4.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ida Burns Elementary School
What grades does Ida Burns Elementary School serve?
Ida Burns Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Ida Burns Elementary School?
Ida Burns Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ida Burns Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ida Burns Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ida Burns Elementary School rank in AR?
Ida Burns Elementary School ranks #876 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Ida Burns Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ida Burns Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ida Burns Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ida Burns Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ida Burns Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ida Burns Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ida Burns Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ida Burns Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ida Burns Elementary School?
71.9% of students at Ida Burns Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Faulkner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (501) 450-4825
Resources & Links
District
CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,174
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,689
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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