Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watson 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 4% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Watson Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#993 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
59%
20%
White
3%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Elementary School's ranking?
Watson Elementary School is ranked #993 out of 993 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Watson Elementary School?
442 students attend Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Watson Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watson Elementary School?
Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watson Elementary School offer ?
Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Watson Elementary School part of?
Watson Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
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