Excellent
#162 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 16% in state
Rural Special Elem. School
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
13237 HWY 263, Fox, AR 72051
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#162 of 1,036
In Fox
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Rural Special Elem. School
Elementary School in Fox · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Rural Special High School
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About Rural Special Elem. School
Rural Special Elem. School is a public elementary school in Fox, AR, part of MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rural Special Elem.
School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rural Special Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Rural Special Elem. School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Rural Special Elem. School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Rural Special Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Rural Special Elem. School — Students at Rural Special Elem. School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 7.3/10.
How Rural Special Elem. School Compares
See how Rural Special Elem. 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
13237 HWY 263, Fox, AR 72051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rural Special Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Bee Branch), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Timbo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HEBER SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Heber Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fox, see our Fox schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RURAL SPECIAL HIGH SCHOOL Fox | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SHIRLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shirley | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley | 6.6 mi | 5.0 |
| TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Timbo | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| TIMBO HIGH SCHOOL Timbo | 8.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 13.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WEST SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 13.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. SCHOOL Mountain View | 13.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 13.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Mountain View | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CLINTON JR HIGH SCHOOL Clinton | 15.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL Clinton | 15.0 mi | 8.2 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clinton | 15.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LESLIE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Leslie | 16.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bee Branch | 23.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Bee Branch | 23.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HEBER SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL Heber Springs | 22.6 mi | 8.3 |
| HEBER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Heber Springs | 22.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HEBER SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Heber Springs | 22.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marshall | 22.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,417
Median Home Value
$73,200
Population
604
College Educated
1.5%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
34.9%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TYRONZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyronza, AR | 8.0 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.9 |
| HARVEST TIME ACADEMY Fort Smith, AR | 7.9 |
| LEPANTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lepanto, AR | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR | 8.3 |
| TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Timbo, AR | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rural Special Elem. School
What grades does Rural Special Elem. School serve?
Rural Special Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rural Special Elem. School?
Rural Special Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rural Special Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rural Special Elem. School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rural Special Elem. School rank in AR?
Rural Special Elem. School ranks #162 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Rural Special Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rural Special Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Rural Special Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rural Special Elem. School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rural Special Elem. School a charter school?
No, Rural Special Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rural Special Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Rural Special Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rural Special Elem. School?
97.3% of students at Rural Special Elem. 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Stone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (870) 363-4365
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,606
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,562
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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