KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.vbsd.us

443 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

King Elementary School, located at 400 N 19th St in Van Buren, Arkansas, is a public primary school serving the local community within the Van Buren School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment centered on academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As part of a district known for its commitment to educational excellence, King Elementary provides a foundational learning experience designed to prepare students for the rigors of middle school and beyond.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science while also prioritizing the social and emotional development of its student body. By utilizing the resources and support systems provided by the Van Buren School District, King Elementary aims to create a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, students, and parents. For those seeking more specific information regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, or district policies, the Van Buren School District website at [www.vbsd.us](http://www.vbsd.us) serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and school updates.

443

Total Students

27.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

85.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	199
Hispanic	160
Black	10
Asian	8
Two or More	63
American Indian	3

White
199 (44.9 %)
Hispanic
160 (36.1 %)
Two or More
63 (14.2 %)
Black
10 (2.3 %)
Asian
8 (1.8 %)
American Indian
3 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	VAN BUREN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(479)474-2661
Website:	http://www.vbsd.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	443
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	331
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	46

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 40

Kindergarten 70

Grade 1 55

Grade 2 79

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 66