Very Good
#321 of 1,035 schools in AR
Top 31% in state
Sidney Deener Elem. School
Elementary School · SEARCY SCHOOL DISTRICT
163 CLOVERDALE BLVD, Searcy, AR 72143
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Searcy
#3 of 8
public schools
Arkansas elementary schools
#146 of 509
In district
#3 of 6
SEARCY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Sidney Deener Elem. School
Sidney Deener Elementary School serves 429 students in pre-kindergarten through third grade in Searcy, Arkansas. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.5:1 with 22 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 162nd out of 1,044 Arkansas elementary schools, placing it in the 85th percentile statewide.
Students show particularly strong mathematics skills, with 59% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 37% meet or exceed proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Sidney Deener Elementary is situated on Cloverdale Boulevard in White County's town setting. The surrounding 72143 ZIP code area has a median household income of $49,402 and a median home value of $173,100.
The local community of 34,692 residents includes 28% of adults who hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with an 18.9% poverty rate. This early elementary school provides foundational education during these crucial developmental years, serving families in a stable Arkansas community where students can build essential academic skills before transitioning to higher grade levels.
Score Breakdown
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Sidney Deener Elem. School — Students at Sidney Deener Elem. School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Sidney Deener Elem. School Compares
See how Sidney Deener Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 62% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
163 CLOVERDALE BLVD, Searcy, AR 72143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sidney Deener Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDSONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Judsonia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, H.L. LUBKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Bald Knob), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Searcy, see our Searcy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARDING ACADEMY Searcy | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Searcy | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CROSSPOINTE PREPARATORY Searcy | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Searcy | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERVIEW JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Searcy | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| AHLF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Searcy | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Searcy | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SUNSHINE SCHOOL Searcy | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KENSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kensett | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SEARCY HIGH SCHOOL Searcy | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| JUDSONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Judsonia | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| WHITE CO. CENTRAL ELEM. SCHOOL Judsonia | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITE CO. CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Judsonia | 7.9 mi | 5.0 |
| H.L. LUBKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bald Knob | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BALD KNOB HIGH SCHOOL Bald Knob | 9.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BALD KNOB MIDDLE SCHOOL Bald Knob | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PANGBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pangburn | 14.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PANGBURN HIGH SCHOOL Pangburn | 14.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,522
Median Home Value
$176,900
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
35,523
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
34.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sidney Deener Elem. School has a median household income of $55,522. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,900, with a median rent of $851/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksville, AR | 7.1 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clinton, AR | 7.1 |
| ELGIN B MILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Ozark, AR | 7.1 |
| GREENBRIER WOOSTER ELEMENTARY Greenbrier, AR | 7.1 |
| HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR | 7.1 |
| OLIVER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Buren, AR | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sidney Deener Elem. School
What grades does Sidney Deener Elem. School serve?
Sidney Deener Elem. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Sidney Deener Elem. School?
Sidney Deener Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sidney Deener Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sidney Deener Elem. School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sidney Deener Elem. School rank in AR?
Sidney Deener Elem. School is ranked #321 out of 1,035 schools in AR.
What is Sidney Deener Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sidney Deener Elem. School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sidney Deener Elem. School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sidney Deener Elem. School has 58.7% math proficiency and 37.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sidney Deener Elem. School a charter school?
No, Sidney Deener Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sidney Deener Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Sidney Deener Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sidney Deener Elem. School?
77.4% of students at Sidney Deener 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,675/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Searcy). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- White County
- Phone
- (501) 268-3850
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SEARCY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,012
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,718
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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